Tenacity of Shamrock

Human hypocrisy is epic,

there is no end to it.

That's shamrock,

with its beautiful heart-shaped leaves

and lovely yellow flowers,

often catches my eye

during my walks.

I crouch down to admire it.

It is a symbol of Saint Patrick's Day,

huge merchandise riding on

this tiny herb.

But when it grows

near the sidewalks,

people try to scald it,

with herbicide spray.

Yet it is resilient.

it bounces back,

as if saying;

"You can burn my foliage,

you can't kill my roots.

I know how to live."

Note: Shamrock sure inspires me.