Succulently Sweet Pumpkin Pie (Epulaeryu)

“The finest poetry
     is the most feigning.”
           —William Shakespeare


Smelling scent soothe my soul
Sits in sleek oven
Simmering Jack-O-Lantern
Smile so nicely
Saliva pours for
Sweet pumpkin
Pie!

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© Joseph, November 2, 2008
© All Rights Reserved
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Semi finalist contestant
292 out of 887 submissions
June 1, 2009 International Contest

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Joseph S. Spence, Sr., is the author of "The Awakened One Poetics" (2009), which is 
published in seven different languages. He invented the Epulaeryu poetry form, which 
focuses on succulent cuisines and drinks. He is published in various forums, including the 
World Haiku Association; Poetinis Druskininku, Milwaukee Area College, Phoenix Magazine; 
Möbius Poetry, and Taj Mahal Review to name a few. Joseph is a Goodwill Ambassador for 
the state of Arkansas, USA, a college faculty, and a military veteran.

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2008



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Date: 9/30/2009 5:56:00 PM
You've got my senses all fired up for that pumpkin pie Mr. Spence ! If this isn't the tastiest poem I've ever read !!!! To the favs my friend,...to the favs ! Oh,..don't forget to roast those pumpkin seeds sir,...with olive oil and a little sea salt to taste.Preheat conventional oven to 375,...bake for no more than 10 min. *smiles* Noah KNOWS that big day ! Oh,..and congratulations on this featured poem ! james
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Date: 9/27/2009 6:11:00 AM
ok brother you make this pie and don't invite your sister over shame on youuuuuuu lol congrats on book Joe and on being featured and making to next round I can smell a winner here hugs
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Date: 9/26/2009 4:07:00 AM
Congrats 2u J on your 2 poems making it through to the finals, bravo!
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Date: 9/25/2009 4:09:00 PM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week, Joseph >> James
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Date: 9/24/2009 7:16:00 PM
Joseph ~Congratulations on making the finals and on your new book! Laura :)
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Date: 9/24/2009 5:08:00 PM
CONGRATS ON WINNING POEM JOSEPH, U MADE MY MOUTH WATER. AND I COULD JUST SEE THAT MOIST SWEET PUMPKIN PIE AND SMELL THE CINNIMON SNEAKING THROUGH THE AIR.....MARILYN
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Date: 9/24/2009 1:00:00 PM
Joseph, congrats on being featured this week...Raul
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Date: 9/24/2009 12:38:00 PM
Joseph, congratulations in getting past round one of the competition >> James
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Date: 9/24/2009 9:31:00 AM
Well done,Joseph best wishes in the next rounds.Rgds Brian
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Date: 9/24/2009 8:50:00 AM
I love Pumpkin Pie! Congratulations on your well deserved feature of the week, dear Joseph. Love and Light, Lainie.
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Date: 9/24/2009 8:39:00 AM
Congrats on your featured poem this week Joseph.Rgds Brian
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Date: 9/24/2009 4:56:00 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved poetry being featured this week Joseph. Love, Carol
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Date: 3/16/2009 9:10:00 AM
isn't that tasty!! and i like the quote... thank you for making me aware of my mistake... i have changed... but i don't like the change... it was good before... but then you've got to stick to the syllables!! you comments made me smile... thank you for all of them!! ~ Arany
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Date: 11/22/2008 12:33:00 PM
mmm you've got me craving pumpkin pie now, this was an awesome write I enjoyed it very much! Blessings, ~Michaela~
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Date: 11/10/2008 4:32:00 AM
Oh yum, I do love this poem because I can smell and taste the pie just reading it! I especially like the "simmering jack o'lantern" line. What a delicious Epulaeryu!
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Date: 11/7/2008 5:30:00 AM
I've got to stop reading these. If I drool on my keyboard, it might short it out. Vince
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Date: 11/6/2008 7:25:00 AM
YUMMY JOSEPH!! I'M SMELLING TALENT HERE!! THIS IS AN ENJOYABLE STYLE AND LIKE YOUR CLOSING! mORE MORE GLAD YOU LIKED THE VIKING NORSE POEM AND TANKS FOR YOUR COMMENTS!
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Date: 11/6/2008 6:41:00 AM
Another scumptuous poem, Joseph!:) I love pumpkin pie, though I have stopped trying to make them. Yeah, they were delicious, however, no matter how hard I tried they would end up looking like "Jack-O-Lantern"s. They'd puff up high in the middle..the kids found them funny.:( Nonetheless, they enjoyed every bite.:) I'm happy you liked "August Rush"..I cried at the end, only because I had found it so touching.:) Wishing you and yours the best, Joseph..God bless you! Mikki
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Date: 11/4/2008 8:18:00 PM
i am ready for a piece of the pie, scrumptious write, thanks for your comments, take care D-ncye
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Date: 11/3/2008 4:55:00 PM
I like your poem. It is a delicious read. Thanks also for your encouraging remarks on my poem the Bright Star. Fareeda
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Date: 11/3/2008 1:38:00 PM
Wow!!! It is a beautiful Epulaeryu. Sensational! Really saliva pours for the delicious pie. Thanks for your appreciable comments on my Haiku Loving Days.
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Date: 11/3/2008 4:58:00 AM
Oh my goodness, why is it so easy to smell? So yummy and delicious accompanied by the warmth of the oven and the holiday season! Perfect! Love, Shar
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Date: 11/3/2008 4:15:00 AM
Requiem for a jack o' lantern, eh. Good write, Joseph. "Ping" is about Christmas, but is wide open to interpretation. Thanks for reading. Love, daver
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Date: 11/3/2008 3:43:00 AM
Yummy yummy yummy!!! too bad our jack's are all moldy now, or I'd bake 'em! Excellent alliteration too, love Kristin
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Date: 11/2/2008 11:35:00 PM
Sweet words Joseph.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments
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