Buon Appetito

“Satisfied” has never entirely
peaked in me; just when I feel 
at a pinnacle – Wham!--another 
smack of barbecue embraces and 
spicy grins – 

We are appetites by nature –

inclined toward luscious
entries, and pastry treats,

(for the veggie it's veggies,
for the carnivore it's meats – 
our plush courses, the anchor 
of all seats) – 

an organic slice from the
earth; a topping like heaven
but a devil on the scale – 
no avoiding the sweat-room
whether female or male....
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Romios Avatar
July 5, 2021 at 7:03 AM
somebody loves to eat! Priince de !Mino)) so do we all Last two lines kill me Pangie xx....
DiMino Avatar
July 5, 2021 at 2:59 PM
Hi Pangie; Yumm! What the heck. Thank you my friend!
Ball Avatar
July 4, 2021 at 5:46 PM
Ain't that the truth. I have fought the battle of the bulge for as long as I can remember. Well done Joe. God Bless, JB
DiMino Avatar
July 5, 2021 at 3:00 PM
Don't get easier as I get older. Thank you, Judy.
Buehler Avatar
July 4, 2021 at 3:12 PM
Sad (and delicious) truths comprise this well written, timely verse. :D
DiMino Avatar
July 5, 2021 at 3:01 PM
Hi Evelyn; Fourth of July Barbecue inspired. Blessings my friend!
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