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a meal of words
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a meal of words |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855
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This one's especially for all those who say my poems are a hearty meal. I thank you. Mike -a meal of words- i. appetizer A low bowl of broth, spoondipped, Beads of drops of lightened color against soft metal. Drowned leaves swimming, floating sailors (greenery) On the lip of things. ii. side Rolls knifed gently, buttered yellow waft Of smells -- like oil -- against the air. Crumbs rest on the plate, waiting to be discovered, tested… Lifted; chewed away. iii. main Finally, the heavy dish, steaming, is placed And you go at it with positioned hands, silverware fogging reflections. Meat. Drink. The music of swallowing, throat moving, eyes watering at the spices, Mouth hot, swallowing more; steam in belly. Seeds in teeth. Softened center, the meat of words and their effects hardening as they slide -- some -- into memory. iv. afterdinner mint The plates are removed, A remainder of shiny foil wrapping some sweet surprise sitting there, waiting to be opened. devoured. Forgotten but appreciated. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Only one point of difference here--NEVER FORGOTTEN. You underestimate yourself with that and S'en protests....thank you for the fine meal... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
On the lip of things. ii. side Rolls knifed gently, buttered yellow waft Of smells -- like oil -- against the air. Crumbs rest on the plate, waiting to be discovered, tested… Lifted; chewed away. -------------- Softened center, the meat of words and their effects hardening as they slide -- some -- into memory. iv. afterdinner mint The plates are removed, A remainder of shiny foil wrapping some sweet surprise sitting there, waiting to be opened. devoured. Forgotten but appreciated. ------------- what???...NO FRENCHFRIES!!! and where's dessert? LOL j/k... tasty treat here, served up with creativity and coolness. leaves me most satisfied.  later-chef-gator jm/bs |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Ah, my two finest customers! Pull up a chair. Sit down. Wait for your meal in the candlelight. And don't forget to tip heavily for better service.  Mike |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Mike~ What a menu ! I'm stuffed ! (Tip under napkin) ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Marge, Nice to you see you around these parts. Deers usually have to eat outside, but since a squirrel is running the restaurant (me), to heck with rules! Mike |
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redheart angrybraids Member
since 2000-04-16
Posts 410honolulu, hawaii |
so, i have discovered that i really like your words and the way you write them. thank you for your desciption. kindly, redheart angrybraids |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
"The music of swallowing, throat moving, eyes watering at the spices" loved this... succulent words fill me you are a poet who satisfies. well done! (& rare) |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
redheart, I'm glad you enjoyed -- I know my words are an acquired taste (whatever that means). I appreciate it. doreen, Thanks. Glad to add some sustenance. Mike |
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