Peel And a sharp rind Began as a trickle In the back of his mind Acidic splash Cuts tongue Fruit plant Quality unsung Can’t swallow it can’t clear it The lemon taste became unbearable Crawled under Pitted teeth Bitter poison Hid underneath Sharp to speak Thick to hide Citrus bite Deep inside The lemon taste became unbearable Sweetness a distant memory Sugar never had a chance to be Sour stain became a tragic bore Spring flower won't bloom anymore Sharp to speak Thick to hide Citrus bite Deep inside The lemon taste became unbearable
