A rotting
decomposing tomato
hides life inside
Protected seeds
germinate
with potential
Pulp
rich for a compost pile
Decay
bears endless
possibilities
Discarded seeds
come to life
in rich soil
Waiting
as new life appears
Excitement builds
as new shoots
break through
Watching
as they claim the sun
As stems sway
in the breeze
Large strong stalks
stand ready
for growth
Tomatoes emerge
small and round
In time –
yellow turns to red
Plump
ripe
delicious goodness
A decaying tomato
yields growth
Discarded garbage
becomes
tomorrow’s
bountiful harvest
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