Tea Party Quandary

Tea kettle steam and curtseys greet queenly company.
"Quaint" dainty danishes are dazzlingly displayed
with quintessential utensils and dishes.
Stenciled place cards display exclusive names.
Respective guests, formally dressed, rest with "poise."
Facing "platinum" plates gently lie on lace doilies.
Coral lilies bloom "perfume" from a porcelain vase.
Imagination's "quay" traces Teacup Bay, where
a sea of swooshing scents blend to perfection.
Sinatra's croons fuse with light conversation.
Earl Grey's bergamot flavor warrants accolades.
Spiced chai indulgence compliments petite cream puffs.
Honey hibiscus kissed lips sink in to sandwich quarters:
glazed turkey focaccia perked with endive and feta, 
and roast beef ciabatta pleased with provolone cheese.
Tuna cucumber rolls are wrapped like sacred scrolls.
Bakery scones, cupcakes, and biscuits await.
I "quiver" to consider the "quandary" of 
treat possibilities, all within reach.
My jesting "penance" for perfection 
is to sample three of each.


Mind Your P's and Q's Contest words used:
Penance Poise Perfume Platinum
Quay Quiver Quandary Quaint
Sponsor: Michelle Faulkner

2/9/2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Fowler Avatar
March 8, 2021 at 6:13 AM
I really like this one Juliet. :) Congratulations on the win! Linda
Allison Avatar
March 6, 2021 at 4:14 PM
what a delightful way to weave the words into a super poem, many congrats on your win :-) hugs Jan xx
Faulkner Avatar
March 6, 2021 at 9:17 AM
Juliet, this is so charming and delightful - I'm a fan of tea parties and this made me smile, especially those last four lines! Congratulations on your win in my contest~
Wolf Avatar
February 10, 2021 at 5:48 PM
The Mad Hatter and I are on our way. We're bringing our own tea -- party. :)
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