John Lawless Poet Free verse

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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Michael Tor January 9, 2025 at 7:58 AM That was tortured John watching that dessert delivered to another table. I wish I had more self control overall great food...

Gershon Wolf January 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM Trying to wrap my taste buds around this one, John. Almost makes me want to hear political rants and raves. ~ A. Sagi Cheerio

Jim Slaughter January 4, 2025 at 9:55 AM Well, John, this "flavorful" piece certainly has whetted my appetite...even for a PB&J.

Dean Wood January 3, 2025 at 11:46 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.

Panagiota Romios January 3, 2025 at 11:12 AM HNY, , John , you talent, you.))) I especially loved the dessert du Jour! Mmmmmm! Xxx Pangie.