Glimpses of Big Boys, Celebrities,
Early Girls, Sweet 100s show red
hidden among their leafy greens,
with a supporting cast
of yellow and zucchini squash,
green and orange peppers, and cukes.
Compost and wooden chips hold moisture,
slow down the pace of weeds.
Cages protect the plants, keep critters
from the Nature Center at bay.
Ready for first harvest,
anticipating a bumper first crop.


© by Erle Kelly.
Used with the author’s permission.