On the Wild Side

I’ve been around since the Tollund Man

(That’s 100 BC)

They still know me in Ireland

(and in the Hebrides)

I’ve been through the wars of Europe

(Including World War Two)

Napoleon gave me to his troops

(Within the Bread)

I’ve been given to sheep, pigs and hens

You’re the one who should take me in instead

Though I’m strong, I’m also mild

Pile me up high within a salad,
You can use my leaves, seeds and stems,
Prepare the first just like spinach,

But remember....

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Within the writing of this poetry
are hints that act as memory hooks
to help one to recall

some of the properties

of a plant,

plus its uses and looks.

If you'd like to hear them

as I am often on the wing,

You may contact me through

this address ( lovellsimonsjanet_at_yahoo.ca)

then I'll give you a ring.

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