Still Life 3

彡 Good work. Have a lovely new week 彡

I prefer carrot salad, myself. But you do you, S.

Thanks, June, You, too. :)

I’m a big fan of the humble carrot. Here’s my take:

The Day of the Carrot

By its nobility, by its sacrifice and by its sweetness
you will recognize it.
No one can question the character of the carrot.
Honour the pain it feels when peeled or grated,
boiled or cremated.
Always remember the family of the carrot.
So much more than a taproot:
a seeker, a pure creature of sun and rain...
As sexual accompaniment
it exceeds all expectations , it rises
inevitably glowing and complete.
Multiple and singular, baby and ancient,
we listen to its songs, if we are able.
Root carrier of inspiration, when sliced open
phloem and xylem are clearly spoken,
always enhancing our flaccid occasions.
Carry one with you wherever you go
to guide you through the various stages,
towards a sense of the possible harvest.
New carrots come shouldering out of the earth.