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Kitchen Monster

Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh I’ve got a secret to tell I’ll whisper it to you; as I don’t like to yell I’ve discovered a monster living in my house It’s very very quiet, as quiet as a mouse The biscuit tin is empty, not even a single crumb Yet the packet was brand new, not even undone All the chocolate is gone, oh what can I do If I find the culprit I’ll bid him adieu He invades my fridge when I’m not looking I’ve not poisoned him yet as he survives my cooking A miracle has happened since my son returned to university I’ve not had to keep the kitchen cupboards under lock and key 10~12~14 Contest: Monsters and Marvels Sponsor: Debbie Guzzi ~awarded 4th place~

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/30/2016 6:45:00 PM

Jan, she reopened it. Isn't that awesome? Did you get in later too? I got some stuff done for school today, but not finished yet. Ugggg, BACK TO IT

Jan Allison
Date: 1/30/2016 6:46:00 PM

Yes i got Bob to give me a few images and i wove a poem around it:-) will laugh if I even place it will be a fluke lol:-) hugs Jan xx

Angie Thomas

Date: 10/22/2014 9:30:00 AM

Lol.... the ending was quite a surprise... nice one :)

Jan Allison
Date: 10/22/2014 12:40:00 PM

LOl I miss him bless him but the good thing is my cupboards remain full:-) Hugs Jan xx

Seren Roberts

Date: 10/17/2014 2:13:00 AM

Loved it Jan you are a great writer of poetry of all forms.....chin up...Seren

Jan Allison
Date: 10/17/2014 2:50:00 AM

Thanks Seren for you kind words - its chins up here lol Hugs jan xxx

Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 10/15/2014 2:10:00 PM

Congrats Jan! I truly enjoyed it!:) I hope everything is well with you in everything my dear sweet friend. I miss you and your posting poems and your presence here at PS. Please don't give up writing poetry! Ok. Warm hugs! God bless you always! ;) Love & light! xxxx D.

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 6:08:00 PM

My confidence has taken a massive blow thanks to the blog that was posted and I felt demotivated and demoralised... but i am finally on the up especially now my wonderful writing partner Darren is getting better and will be back with us soon:-) thanks for all your encouragement I do appreciate it:-) hugs jan xxx

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 10/14/2014 11:46:00 PM

Congratulations, Jan. Love and prayers, Gina

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:23:00 AM

Thanks Regina i do appreciate your continued support:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 10/14/2014 9:46:00 PM

Ding song the monsters gone. Congratulations on your win Jan. XOXO

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:22:00 AM

The monster will return at Christmas if not before:-) hugs Jan xxx

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 10/14/2014 9:33:00 PM

Nice take on the theme, congrats on the win, Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:21:00 AM

Many thanks Dr Mehta:-) hugs Jan xx

Joseph May

Date: 10/14/2014 5:54:00 PM

Congrats on a fine win Jan....

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:21:00 AM

Many thanks Joseph:-) Hugs Jan xx

Sandra Haight

Date: 10/14/2014 3:01:00 PM

Jan, congratulations on your win in this contest. Such a cute rhymed poem! I used to have a monster like this at one time (now he has monsters of his own)!! Hugs, Sandra

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:20:00 AM

Oh that comment made me chuckle Sandra:-) hugs Jan xxxx

Earl Schumacker

Date: 10/14/2014 2:58:00 PM

Hi Jan, This was an enjoyable read. Cute...Very cute... Congratulations on a well deserved win. Take care. Earl

Jan Allison
Date: 10/15/2014 2:19:00 AM

Thanks so much Earl:-) hugs Jan xx

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/14/2014 10:07:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. I am going to fav this gem.

Jan Allison
Date: 10/14/2014 10:40:00 AM

Oh thank you for being the bearer of good news Maurice:-) hugs hugs jan xxx

Tim Smith

Date: 10/12/2014 9:23:00 AM

My kids empty the cupboards faster than I can fill them...I do admit I will devour all the chocolate :)....hugs Tim

Jan Allison
Date: 10/12/2014 10:00:00 AM

I have a secret stash of chocolate - hope my son doesn't read the comments lol Hugs Jan xxx

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

Date: 10/12/2014 3:11:00 AM

We had one of those "Ghosts" in our house when I was growing up. LOL I never knew there was a "Kitchen Monster, " too. Cute!

Jan Allison
Date: 10/12/2014 4:32:00 AM

LOL it's amazing I can open a cupboard and the food is there now lol:-) hugs jan xxx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/12/2014 1:18:00 AM

hahaha, I have one of those whenever my son Jeremy returns for a visit!! this was clever, Jan. And I was just looking to see my stand in community building. I overtook Maurice, probably for all the comments i just made on my contest poets. I am sure he will overtake me again. hahahaha. It's all good, I am fine not being on top because it is a LOT of work! Congrats to YOU for being a top community builder, my friend.

Jan Allison
Date: 10/12/2014 2:33:00 AM

Thanks Andrea for all your support:-) hugs jan xx

Hija De La Luna

Date: 10/12/2014 12:38:00 AM

ahahaha!! love this, Jan!

Jan Allison
Date: 10/12/2014 2:32:00 AM

Thanks so much hija::-) hugs jan xxx

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/11/2014 7:28:00 PM

I don't know how to tell you this...there is no mouse...not one to arouse...if I don't say who it really is...a goblin might turn me into a bat...I'm afraid your son is the rat. And that's that...ra...a...tat...tat!

Jan Allison
Date: 10/11/2014 7:34:00 PM

We are not allowed to say R A T here Maurice it is considered bad luck - they are called longtails or ringies LOL hugs Jan xx