When it comes to discussing bananas, I am moved to extravagant praise; For the banana is firm and substantial, And may be used in a number of ways. With more presence than leeks or asparagus, And more charm than the brusque bamboo; The banana has style and a curious smile, Perceptible only to few. The banana is not a romantic, In the popular sense of the thing; Approach it without care or caution, And you trip on it's slippery skin. So be aware of the gallant banana, When your tolerance seems to be thin; And instead of the boot or the bullet, Just put that banana in....