Sassafras
When was the last time
you broke off a Sassafras leaf
and sucked on the stem?
Today when I put one in my mouth
the taste was oh, so familiar,
but stronger than I remember.
Some people make tea from the roots.
I did it once myself years ago.
Now they say it causes cancer
but I’m pretty confident
sucking this stem
is not going to kill me.
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My great aunt, a bigger than life lady—my auntie Kay, once served me sassafras tea—it was 1960’s and we were on her veranda in white peeling paint wicker chairs—thanks for reminding me!