Hello From Dandelions

When the sun starts shining little longer Perky, beautiful, round, yellow flowers sprout up Being in deep love with the sun and its energy, They appear anywhere even in small cracks of dirt In gardens, behind rocks, on hillsides or on roof tops On gleaming carpets of prairies and grasslands With toothy green leaves deeply notched Swaying merrily in spring breezes “Hello” say dandelions Some call them pesky weeds, Some call them stubborn breeds that never seem to leave To some, they are edible herbs and treats With various health benefits Loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals Low in calories, rich in carbohydrates and fiber After petals drop from ripen flower Ball of parachute carrying seeds opens into a full sphere Having rather gypsy feet after development is complete Seeds of fluffy parachutes travel quite a bit Gliding by air stream disperse to propagate Turning into flowers after finding any little space Charismatic, brilliant dandelions Symbol of strength, optimism and eternal joy Reminder to fight against adversities And survive through challenges of life While staying humble and upbeat