Saucy Saguaro

Tis the season 

For the Queen of the Desert

To blossom

For some reason I love the contrast between

Lethal needle sharp spines

And the gentleness of harmless blooms

Like Arizona itself

A sharp contrast

Between desert

And snow capped mountains

And one of the reasons

I am attached to her

Like a child  to her Mother

The ruby red fruit that follows

Is entirely edible

And a gourmet treat to those who know the secret of its flavors

For centuries.

The Arizona O'odham tribe

Has picked 

And turned

Saguaro fruit

Into delectable delights

The wisdom of the Native Peoples of Arizona

(of all Native Peoples)

Amaze and astound me

Rock On O' Queen Saguaro and those who reap the bounty of Her Fruit!!

I bow down and salute you!