This golden gem is called Scotch Broom. In springtime, it covers the island like a bright fluffy blanket of sunshine. I find it charming, but the locals consider it a plague. Apparently, it's a pushy non-native flower that shoves aside existing species to spread its yellow hegemony. So every year hordes of islanders spend hours pulling the stuff -- but to no avail. Every spring, the island has an even more intense saffron hue than the last.
Which makes me wonder: why do they fight the system? It's just a flower. It's not going to steal your job or beat your children. Clearly, the broom was born to rule. I say love the yellow - don't hate! And then get on with your life. Am I missing something here?
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