Pleasure and Pain

I once ate a hot enchilada
to warnings I said yada yada 
	they had rightly said
	eat the mild instead
Next time I’ll order a tostada
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Pettit Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 6:53 AM
Comida Mexicana! Good short write about what most people encounter in a restaurant.
Fowler Avatar
January 28, 2021 at 7:47 AM
Mexican food - yummy! There are many restaurants and cafes and taco/tamale stands in the area I live. Terrific stuff. :) Linda
Wolf Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 9:03 AM
Personally, I carry a fire extinguisher with me at all times when eating Mexican food. lol... And isn't Evelyn Judy Buehler's comment (below) right on target?!... Here's to pleasurable culinary experiences. :) gw
Fowler Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 10:30 AM
HA Gershon! Yes, Evelyn always has poignant and pleasant comments, I appreciate her. :) I DO like to eat. Linda
Thomas Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 5:07 PM
Lol love enchiladas and tostadas! Good one Linda
Fowler Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 5:28 PM
Thanks FJ - I love 'em too! Linda
Buehler Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 9:53 PM
Once having bitten, twice shy. :0 A great limerick, Linda.
Fowler Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 7:46 AM
teehee Hi Evelyn. Thanks for the visit. hugs! Linda
Pandit Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 11:53 AM
There is pleasure in the bite of that food. But it is not for everyone. Well said, Linda.
Fowler Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 1:28 PM
I like spicy foods LOL but there appears tp be a contest in Texas as to who can make the spiciest with the hottest peppers! Thanks for the visit and comments Vijay! Linda
Cunningham Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 7:43 AM
Lol bet your mouth was on fire Linda Tom
Fowler Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 8:52 AM
Hi Tom. Blazing, and so yummy! Linda
Logan Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 7:14 AM
I don't like peppery food, but love Mexican dishes. What a 'tasty' limerick, Linda.
Fowler Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 8:53 AM
Thanks Jenna!
Fowler Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 8:51 AM
Thanks Jenna! I appreciate your visit and fun comment. :) Linda
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