Holiday Lemons
October lemons, green as limes
merry yellow by Christmas time.
Sizzles, drizzles, weatherproof, brighten branches in sunny groups.
Reminds me of the Peanut’s tree
a kind of homely plant we see,
that beautified with decoration
becomes a source of admiration.
When nature’s ornaments turn ripe
juicy bulbs hang heavy and bright.
Leaves fasten stems like angel wings,
fragrant lemons dangle and swing.
Elaine Anne Westheimer 