To The Me Who Bought Celery

To Me Who Bought Celery,

I know you had the best intention

Beautiful green stalks would be

A tasty health intervention

The plan last shopping day

Said it would be a breeze

To chop up for a salad

Or a snack with ease

You were convinced

In the days ahead

You would not reach

For cookies, chips, or bread

Time forever

On your side

Planning and eating

With nutritional pride

There was such hope

For the increased

Vitamins, minerals, and fiber

A full-fledged plan

Feeling fit and lighter

Yet understand,

Me Who Bought Celery

As I open the fridge

Looking at everything

Other than nary

Of the stalks once so green

Now looking brown

And somewhat mean

So, To Me who Bought Celery

You forgot to check

With Me Too Tired and Weary

Or Me Who Wants Something

Quick And Less Dreary

You had grand ideas

That salsa, peanut butter

Or salad dressing

Would combine and complete

And make it less depressing

I commend you

For your plan

As I toss the brown green

Vegetable in the trash can

Please try again

As I now want something

Healthy to have on hand

Thanks,

Cindy