Caution

“Never say there is nothing

beautiful in the world anymore.

There is always something

to make you wonder

in the shape of a tree,

the trembling of a leaf.”

— Albert Schweitzer

call me what you like

maybe rosy bonnet mushroom

but just don’t eat me

*.  *.  *

With an estimated 10,000-14,000 identified species, knowing the names and particulars of wild mushrooms can be trying. But be wary, as only a small fraction, roughly 2,000, are safe to eat • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Caution” haiku by Mary O’Connor

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