"Protest"

Algae in the Reflecting Pool

Is certainly cause for protest

But invasive plant life, as a rule

Often makes a stubborn guest.

June 18, 2026

"Run"

When you're an oyster farmer

With your mother your only client

Perhaps you should run for Senate

   (if the voters are suppliant).

June 17, 2026

"Weed"

Everything's an invasive weed

From the beginning of time

If you identify an evil seed

Make sure it doesn't climb.

June 15, 2026

"Scream"

When a 40-year-old goalie from Cape Verde

Is facing a formidable team

He must have his very best goalie day

To make his countrymen scream.

June 15, 2026