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....