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Stuffed

Of course I didn’t quit,
Although my appetite was snuffed.
I had to sample everything
Until my gut was stuffed.

The hostess said she’d made a lot – 
We knew she wasn’t bluffing – 
For there was such variety
Beyond the bird and stuffing.

Since every dish was yummy,
Just one bite was not enough;
And so into our eager mouths
That food we had to stuff.

Today there is a price to pay – 
My stomach’s looking puffed; 
But on Thanksgiving Day, I can’t
Prevent becoming stuffed!

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  1. Date: 11/25/2012 12:33:00 PM

    Isn't that the case with most of us! :) I can totally relate. Thanks for this wonderfully humorous poem. It did me good to know that others have similar struggles! :) Have a wonderful day!

  1. Date: 11/24/2012 8:30:00 PM

    Chuckling for sure. Good line I heard on this was from Dan Kearley (soup poet) - he said he ate too much but that he "was going to write it off!"

  1. Date: 11/24/2012 11:26:00 AM

    Yes, Thanksgiving is no diet day/ I had plenty of turkey among other things. Amusing work! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

  1. Date: 11/24/2012 9:49:00 AM

    wonderful poem, ilene you certainly can take an everyday occurence, and write wonderful poetry on the subject..

  1. Date: 11/23/2012 3:47:00 PM

    ROFL! I enjoyed this poem so much. This is a gem. And will be added to my favorites. What an incredible poem.

  1. Date: 11/23/2012 3:41:00 PM

    Lol, too funny, Ilene. Same story here. My whole meal lasted me all day because I couldn't eat anything after that!! Great write, my friend. I am glad your Thanksgiving was good. Love ya, Toquyen

  1. Date: 11/23/2012 9:27:00 AM

    Pretty funny. I liked it and can certainly appreciate it today on Black Friday.