Nourishment
Beware the fruit that shines like plastic.
Find value in what survives the worm,
the heat, the late freeze.
Pick and hold the misfit fruit,
unpoisoned by pesticide. Run
your tongue with appreciation
over every magnificent asymmetry.
Savor each bite of what is real.
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An important thought, expressed eloquently!
Glad to share a title with you today!
I love this ! And this line especially: “Savor each bite of what is real.”
Thank you!
Yes to:
Beware the fruit that shines like plastic.
Find value in what survives the worm,