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poem submitted to “Time for Dinner: An Acrostic Challenge Poem,” Andrea Dietrich, sponsor, March 3, 2026. 

MEATLOAF

Mouthwatering scents rise from the oven's heat.  
Each bite brings comfort, satisfying and complete.  
All the herbs and breadcrumbs combined in a savory blend.
Tangy glaze caramelized is such a sweet dividend.  
Leftovers are sealed in Tupperware tight.   
Oma’s gift reheated on a cold, wintry night.  
Across the table awaits an untouched pie made of mincemeat.
Forgotten peas sulk, saddened with a feeling of defeat.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Fowler Avatar
April 7, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Pour peas. Great acrostic Sara. Seldom leftovers in my household. LOL Congratulations! :)
Gauthier Avatar
March 26, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Delightful ~
Goldsmith Avatar
March 23, 2026 at 8:26 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful win. I enjoyed reading about your "MEATLOAF" write. Have a blessed day/week with your win..............
Kendrick Avatar
March 23, 2026 at 5:45 AM
Congratulations on your winning work in Andrea's contest. Way to go. Definitely a delicious choice. My grandson really likes my meatloaf..Sara K
Dietrich Avatar
March 22, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Great rhyming in this one. I sure love a good meatloaf. Congrats in my contest
Jones Avatar
March 3, 2026 at 2:56 PM
I’m sure you have a winner! Love it! Best wishes!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
March 6, 2026 at 10:44 PM
thanks Karen....you're the best
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