In the Grass

Lush green; thin leaves; tiny veins; almost stem-less; soft; These concepts creep into when I think of grass, oft; Seldom do I think of what's with or in the grass, I sit, lay, sleep, walk over them, and gently pass...! Have I ever reflected on the grass notion, As a divinely given natural potion...? Protein and carbohydrates full in the grass lead, The animal kingdom, on them, to gladly feed; Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sulfur, Selenium, iodine, cobalt, and copper; Treasures, as they lay within the womb of the earth, Within and around the grass kingdom, have no dearth…! Storing water, air; cleansing mise-en-scène; Breeze, within and around the grass kingdom, flows free; Entwined with lace-like monocots and fibrous roots, Spike, panicle, thus goes floral rhythm in all shoots; The grass fruits nourish the taste buds of animals, Isn't this why, betwixt them, there's a tittle-tattle...? Armyworms and fiery skipper butterflies hide, Ants, mosquitoes, fleas, and snails abide side by side; Even human beings gain power and vigor, As cooking herbs or medicine, strength does trigger; What creature hiding within it for its solace, Is denied of its shade and sustenance flawless…??? 21 March 2023 In the Grass Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Anthony Biaanco Rhymes Checked At: Rhyme Zone Syllables Checked At: How Many Syllables