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Cheese

When I was 28 
And waiting my baby, 
I ate numerous cheesy biscuits 
To temper the quease, 
And excited unease 
Of my pregnancy. 

Now 23, my baby boy 
Still loves cheese 
On the pizza we order: 
Mozzarella, gouda, 
Gorgonzola and feta. 

And when I look at him, 
And he looks at me, 
We say together, 
“Halloumi”.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Crandall Avatar
February 27, 2026 at 8:23 PM
I've never tried Halloumi - hmm, I better - speaking of better, what could be better...than cheese! I guess my mom must've liked cheese, too.
Treacher Avatar
February 27, 2026 at 11:50 PM
You must give it a go! It will give you insight as to what makes mice squeak.
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