Week 13 - Dandelion growing by a wall

If, like me, you have a crappy patch of lumpy, weed-strewn lawn attached to your property, you've probably had to face this troubling ethical dilemna: do dandelions deserve to die?

THE CASE FOR THE DEFENCE - "The root of the dandelion plant is believed to have mild laxative effects and is often used to improve digestion. Research suggests that dandelion root may improve the health and function of natural bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. Studies have also reported that dandelion root may help improve liver and gallbladder function."

THE CASE FOR THE PROSECUTION - "Hippies use them to make wine."

Check out the official 'I'M BORED' and 'WE'RE ALL JUST PRISONERS' motivational coffee mugs.