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Poet deVine
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0 posted 2008-06-20 03:04 PM



I’m craving tomatoes lately
Because they cause salmonella
Maybe that’s also the reason
I wanna hug on someone’s fella

We only want what we can’t have
Is this a modern human trait?
Do we not desire something
Until we know it’s too late?

This shows a certain leaning
To enjoy our own frustration
Looking back on life’s path
And feeling dissatisfaction

Why can’t I want a tomato
When it’s safe for me to eat
Would that remove the danger
Of wanting a forbidden treat?

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Margherita
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1 posted 2008-06-20 03:58 PM


Nice to read you in this thought provoking significant write!
The desire for forbidden things must be in-built ever since humans appeared on this planet. We always want what we can't have, it's a risky business too. On the other hand it's a characteristic that induces us to dare, which under certain circumstances can mean survival.

I enjoyed your ode to a tomato!

Love,
Margherita

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2 posted 2008-06-20 07:52 PM


I think... no. It would just make you want more carrots instead. Brussel sprouts are tempting, too.

·´~`·­»Garapan«­·´~`·

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3 posted 2008-06-21 09:02 AM


LOL at Garapan's reply.
Oh, it's good to see your name here!
Your tomato ode is sweet and tasty!
I want full-power cheese, but must stick to fat-free or soy cheese to keep "C" under control.

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4 posted 2008-06-21 10:03 AM


Stay away from Sam Anella
I hear he is a pain
Forbidden fruit is sweeter
So is drinking stolen rain

Your poem was sweet and juicy
Like a rich full bodied wine
But then just like the ‘maters
You both flourish on deVine

Yes, we can’t have our pomme d'amours
for a while, but we can still have
a B.L.
just hold the, T

Speaking of tomatoes, your lovely poem
Dear poet, was written with, aplomb.

Or was that a Roma?
San Marzano?

Great Job!

Rich

Kit McCallum
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5 posted 2008-06-21 12:39 PM


Oh, I love the play double meaning in your thoughts here Sharon!  Really well done!  

Much enjoyed your forbidden wants!

Best wishes and hugs,
/Kit

Poet deVine
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6 posted 2008-06-21 01:36 PM


Thank you for your kind replies..and glad I could inspire such 'punny' stuff! LOL


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7 posted 2008-06-21 03:38 PM


Nothing gets attention as quickly as someone yelling "NO!" But hearing it, the first notion is often "Hey, I hadn't thought of that."

Well written and a lot of fun.

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8 posted 2008-06-21 08:02 PM


Before I read ANY of the replies,
please know I'm smiling widely, and wildly...

just thing, m'friend, that tomatoes
were once known as the "poison fruit"...[yea,
I know you know I know...]

so aren't we glad for salsa???







Loved it!

P.S.  I'll be giving a CLASS in October on "punny" poetry...may I enlighten them with yours?

Jaime Fradera
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9 posted 2008-06-22 05:44 PM


Hello, Sharon.  Don't think I've introduced myself before.
Indeed, I just binged on a tray of brownies.
It made me sick for a while, but fun.
Jaime

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10 posted 2008-06-22 06:06 PM


Nodding an emphatic YES.

With me?

It's beefsteak!

*helpless shrug* and

It's really good to read your humor again m'friend.

LindsayP
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11 posted 2008-06-24 01:05 AM



Great Post Sharon, I liked the style.

much enjoyed, a big hug.

Lindsay

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