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“"There is only one fruitcake in the entire world, and people keep sending it to each other.” Johnny Carson. 

O FRUITCAKE

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The fruitcake arrives—dense, unapologetic~ a brick of candied citron and drunken cherries, dark with molasses and stubborn pride. It defies time. Mock it in December, find it unchanged in June. A relic? No~ a survivor. Each bite a defiance of decay, proof that some things grow richer with neglect.
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Gauthier Avatar
December 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
lol ~ the butt of so many jokes
Etgen-Baker Avatar
December 16, 2025 at 5:33 PM
yes, it is highly criticized but I love it.
Hind Avatar
December 13, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Really interesting perspective
Etgen-Baker Avatar
December 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
thank you :-)
Goldsmith Avatar
December 12, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Your "O FRUITCAKE" was a fun read/write. I enjoyed this one... I only eat the one from GA. Great picture.... "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a fun day writing away..........
Etgen-Baker Avatar
December 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
thanks, sweet Paula, for consistently reading and commenting on my poems. Merry Christmas and blessings, Sara
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