Jeff Kyser Poet Rhyme

Ham and Eggs

Lantana, Lantana! It’s that time of year.
Old winter is waning, and springtime is near.
Lantana, Lantana! It’s that time, you know.
I must cut you back now before you can grow.

You fight and resist me and scratch at my skin.
But if you will bear with me, we’re both going to win.
It feels just like murder to cut to the roots,
But soon you’ll be growing and sprouting fresh shoots.

They say that it’s hunger that makes the best sauce,
And gains are more certain right after a loss.
See, I’m getting hungry; I won’t pull your leg,
Seems I’ve got a craving for your ham and eggs!

The hummingbirds love you, the butterflies swarm;
They come for that nectar delicious and warm.
I hope you won’t hate me or wail or lament,
‘Cuz before you know it, we’ll bask in that scent.

It’s all for God’s glory, it’s all for his sake.
Yes, springtime is coming; there’s breakfast to make!

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Jeff Connelly October 20, 2022 at 7:16 PM A beautiful poem for such beautiful plants. Are you a gardener Jeff? I try to grow only plants I can eat, but you covered your bases with a poesy on ham and eggs. Jeff Connelly October 20, 2022 at 8:47 PM I've been a vegetarian since '83. Not one of those "don't kill Bambi" vegetarians; I did my share of hunting & trapping. There's really something special about at least feeling like you're in tune with Nature. Not thinking you're the top of the food chain. Jeff Kyser October 20, 2022 at 7:19 PM And my wife is the gardener, I just do the heavy lifting as required Jeff Kyser October 20, 2022 at 7:18 PM Man I love those plants. They require no work except the annual cut back and they are a wonderful,draw,for,the hummingbirds and butterflies, so they are always hopping and colorful. Thanks for the read!