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Country Roads #47

A PVC pipe with 3 holes cut into it was covered with burlap. Then Monkey Puzzle Vine was wrapped around it. Lastly sunflowers and Monkey Balls were inserted in the holes.

What's A Flower Arranger"

We're a group of eager beavers.
Somehow set apart,
Because our flower arranging
Is a special form of art.

The attic's full of rubbish.
Nothing's ever been thrown away.
There might be something there
That we really need some day.

I used to have a special place
For dust rag, mop, and broom,
But now my flower containers
Take up all the room.

While driving in the country,
I spotted just the weed
For the flower show on Monday.
It's exactly what I need.

We never pass a yard sale.
We might find something there
That will satisfy our entry
At the local County Fair.

And what about preservatives;
I'm sure you've tried them all.
From Clorox, sprays, and aspirin,
And even alcohol.

I always warn the pruner
To be careful where he cuts.
He might spoil a Hogarth curve.
I know he thinks I'm nuts.

So here's to all arrangers,
You're a special breed.
May you always find in nature
Exactly what you need.