Big Blue Stem As Symbol
J. Quinn Brisben
It is always an occasion for joy
When a body of lawmakers enact
A law that is harmless, inexpensive,
And even shows some remorse for
Treating Mama's legacy the way we did.
So the big blue stem is officially, sincerely
Our state grass with precinct captains
Under orders to restore it everywhere
It does not interfere with making money.
It is the theme of this good place
Where we have come to show our plastic
Is not yet maxed out and we can
Let out a notch, for, if we wanted only
Food that is good for us in skimpy servings,
We would have stayed at home. Instead,
In this place named for our official
Big Blue Stem, we pleasure ourselves
Before theater or making love
And tip the once and future
Actors and aspiring professionals
Who serve us and hope the backer
Can quit her day job with Cheez Wiz
To bring us joy full time with good
American food with sauces from all over
And some made up right here, for
Chefs are artists, just like quilters,
Needlepointers, poets, and gourmets
Pleasing their taste buds and bellies
At the Blue Stem Restaurant east of
Damen and Lincoln on Irving Park.
