A Jelly Apple

Today I had a jelly apple – What a special treat! My husband bought it just for me ‘Cause he is very sweet. Atop the jelly, coconut Was sprinkled, extra nice, Although the jelly by itself Would certainly suffice. The coating on these store-bought types Is gooey and real soft. As kids, we would have tasted them And laughed or even scoffed. For in my youth, the jelly apple, Sold in outdoor stands, Would crackle when you took a bite (To dentists’ reprimands). Yet nowadays, I am content To take what I can get And my teeth are probably relieved; My dentist need not fret!