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I SHALL REFRAIN

I shall refrain From voicing my political taste As it varies by occasion A soft mushy oatmeal Breakfast Accompanied by a few Blushing strawberries A street vendor hot dog With relish And a side of sauerkraut Washed down with A finely distilled, purified Arizona Aquifer water A “choke and slide” PB&J On the run To pick up the grandkids Fresh fruit and veggies Of unknown origin A flavorless meat mime Of questionable authenticity Milk, with an expiration date Longer than mine Dessert The hope of the day Soft, chewy, warmth Draped in a whipped cream robe Delivered To another table.

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Date: 1/9/2025 7:58:00 AM
That was tortured John watching that dessert delivered to another table. I wish I had more self control overall great food...
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Date: 1/4/2025 8:27:00 PM
Trying to wrap my taste buds around this one, John. Almost makes me want to hear political rants and raves. ~ A. Sagi Cheerio
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Date: 1/4/2025 9:55:00 AM
Well, John, this "flavorful" piece certainly has whetted my appetite...even for a PB&J.
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Date: 1/3/2025 11:46:00 PM
Oh no John! You let the dessert go? Now my sweet tooth is raging. This was a fun look at a day n the life, punctuated with milestones of food. Enjoyed it John.
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Date: 1/3/2025 11:12:00 AM
HNY, , John , you talent, you.))) I especially loved the dessert du Jour! Mmmmmm! Xxx Pangie.
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