Wildflower or weed
Both come from seed
Both grow wild
Wherever they please
Who determines
Which is which
The uncultivated weed
Does not seem to care
That it’s not valued
By cultivated humans
Perhaps it’s unaware
It is considered
Less than the wildflower
Growing next to it
In spite of it’s unpopularity
The weed keeps right on Providing
Pollen, nectar, and seeds
For insects, birds and
Other creatures
Ignoring attempts to
Keep it on the sidelines
The weed proudly
Holds it’s head high
And continues to climb
Maybe we
Should learn a few things
From the lowly weed
E.A. Fussell
05.31.2023
E. A. Fussell 