Gershon Wolf Poet Free verse

Delicate Essen

          Corned beef on rye bread
             steaming hot

          Tangy mustard, fresh sauerkraut
             ~ Salivate 




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          'Essen' means 'Eat' in German.... 
           Of course, you didn't need me to 
           tell you that.

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sara Etgen-Baker June 10, 2026 at 3:20 PM mouth watering words. Love corned beef on rye (without sauerkraut). Das Essen schemect immer so gut. Wishing you well, Sara

CayCay Godwin June 10, 2026 at 2:17 PM Yes, yes, yes, I am 100+% with you. I love that sandwich. Rueben. I took German but didn't recall 'essen's' meaning. Now that I know, your title is extremely clever, like you. (the box wants me to type 'CAY' - cool)