Yes, beautiful dandelions.

I'm gazing at dandelions. Here in Sardinia. But the dandelions don't seem to abound as much in Sardinia as in America. Maybe because it's February. The middle of winter here. But mild enough for dandelions to grow. I'm thinking. These are beautiful dandelions. But I was brainwashed all my life to believe that dandelions are ugly. Weeds. To be eradicated. With weed-diggers. And with nasty chemicals that make people sick. But now I'm opening my mind. Taking a new look at dandelions. Yellow flowers. To be adored. Revered. I'm gonna encourage dandelions to grow in my yard this summer. And I'll even pick a bouquet. And bring the dandelions indoors. Yes, beautiful dandelions. --Jim Broede