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A Cafe' Conundrum

Away in a cafe’ No menu to read Despite my misgivings I heartily plead How am I to order This borders abuse Such abhorrent service Bears no sound excuse And yet I continue At last, here to see Is this a computer Tossed rashly at me Oh, how disappointing An entree’s run out And yet I can smell it A fish dish, no doubt But I shall not settle I’ll leave this cafe’ McDonald’s just is not Worth all this, I say!

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Kim Merryman

Date: 7/31/2023 8:15:00 PM

I know where you are coming from, Mike. Modernization just isn't for me. Congrats on your top win! Blessings, Kim M

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/1/2023 5:07:00 AM

Thank you Kim xxoo

Terry Flood

Date: 7/31/2023 3:38:00 PM

Haven’t been to Maccy Ds for years… the only things I miss are the sausage and egg McMuffin and banana milkshake. But since they came up with touch screen ordering, I just can’t be bothered! Congrats on your win, Mike. You’re right… it’s just not worth it.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/1/2023 1:05:00 PM

Thank you Terry, I appreciate your visit and comments !!!

Jan Allison

Date: 7/31/2023 8:20:00 AM

this was such a fun read Mike, I didn't guess who wrote it and was delighted to see your name on my winner's list:-) Many congrats on your top placement and thanks for taking time to enter the contest:-) hugs Jan xx

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/1/2023 1:06:00 PM

Such a fun contest Jan!!! Thank you xxoo

Heidi Sands

Date: 7/14/2023 4:24:00 PM

I like your fun poem Mike . It brought a smile. Happy Friday :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2023 4:35:00 PM

Thank you Heidi, Happy Friday!!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/14/2023 4:46:00 AM

- Reading with a smile ... I cook all dinner in my own kitchen ... with vegetables from my own garden ... - Have a lovely weekend, Mike :) - hugs

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2023 4:50:00 AM

Yes, as do I Anne-Lise, it's only an occasional visit for me and usually for a breakfast Egg McMuffin!!! Happy Friday!!!

Panagiota Romios

Date: 7/13/2023 5:05:00 PM

A funny one, Mike! Pangie

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2023 3:48:00 AM

Thank you so much Pangie xxoo

Bill Baker

Date: 7/12/2023 8:53:00 AM

Changing times do bring some frustration to many of us, Mike. Nice ending. Have a great Wednesday, my friend. Bill

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2023 11:52:00 AM

Happy Wednesday, thanks Bill!

Lin Lane

Date: 7/12/2023 8:45:00 AM

Oh Mike! Mickey D's didn't let you have it your way!!! Find a Fish 'n' Chips restaurant. Your entry is terrific.

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2023 11:52:00 AM

Sounds like a plan, thanks Lin xxoo

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/12/2023 8:20:00 AM

I hate MacDonald's. Never eat there. Fantastic poem.

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2023 11:51:00 AM

Thank you Victor!!

Charles Messina

Date: 7/12/2023 6:38:00 AM

LOL- As I was reading this, the first thing I thought of was "McDonalds" I hate that NEW computerized menu. Wendy's is at the top of my list now (lol) Happy Wednesday, my friend! PS: Remember- not too much fast food...it's a killer. Charlie

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2023 11:51:00 AM

Agreed, thanks Charlie !!