John Gondolf Poet Rhyme

The Fire Inside

Today for lunch I dined on some Tex-Mex cuisine,
jalapeno topped enchiladas and refried beans;
a favorite here in Texas, that can’t be denied,
but this afternoon I am battling the fire inside.

Washed it down with a margarita and wedge of lime,
it was very soothing and delicious at the time.
It gave my head a little buzz and made me cross-eyed,
but now my gut is suffering from this fire inside.

I used to have no trouble eating this spicy food,
but now it causes burning in my stomach to intrude.
And yet I do not worry for in my desk does hide
a jar of Tums to relieve me from this fire inside. 


November 7, 2017
Poem of the Day - November 8, 2017

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Emilia James August 27, 2021 at 2:26 PM I'm not a fan of hot and spicy foods even mild ones burns my mouth. Your poem did make me smile. Hugs, Emilia : ) John Gondolf August 28, 2021 at 12:07 PM It is hard to avoid spicy foods here in Texas and there are so many really good Tex-Mex restaurants. Thank God for tums! Hugs, Jojn

Carl Jent January 8, 2018 at 12:31 PM John, After reading several of your poems, I find your poetry excellent. You write in a similar manner as I, though you are much better. Humor is something special. I just wrote "Another Treatment" and tried to project humor in a serious topic. Keep up the good work and I will keep up the reading. Wayne John Gondolf January 8, 2018 at 12:40 PM Wayne, thanks for your comments, I appreciate it; and thanks for the encouragement and following my writing, it's always welcomed. John

Rhoda Tripp January 6, 2018 at 11:29 PM Stomach issues be damned, I'm craving some hot stuff after this read. Cajun shrimp possibly? John Gondolf January 7, 2018 at 2:55 PM Yes, Cajun shrimp...maybe shrimp Creole, one of my favorites. btw, I'm 20% Cajun. :)

CayCay Godwin December 2, 2017 at 10:45 PM Hey, John from Texas. I am now craving fajitas, but not Dallas where I lived longer than anywhere else in my army-brat rooted life. I've been to the ER in Duncanville, Texas from heartburn so I'm glad Tums does the thing for you. Heartburn is rude, but your clever poem proves if one tries hard enough, they will uncover humor - eventually. I truly enjoyed your wit and am truly now hungry. Steak or chicken Fajitas, either, both, now! All the best ... CayCay CayCay Godwin December 3, 2017 at 12:57 PM Recall you now the green highrise on Ross in downtown Dallas? Built mid 80s with unique angles, 45 stories leading to a point? I was the construction site secretary for HVAC and plumbing for the entire 3 years, then I worked in the San Jacinto tower for 13 years, before crossing the street to work for a company on Harwood for 3 years. 67 to 35 to Woodall Rogers I could do blindfolded. You and I were very probably in close proximity somewhere in Dallas, at some point! My son was born on Colorado. I read your impressive bio. AND, one last thought, please know that I only comment sincerely, try to only live that way as well. Be blessed ... CayCay John Gondolf December 3, 2017 at 11:38 AM CayCay, thanks for your comments, I'm glad you enjoyed my humor. If you ever visit Dallas we will go out for fajitas, I know the perfect place, and I have enough Tums for both of us afterwards. Thanks for the visit. John

Robert Lindley December 2, 2017 at 1:01 PM What a delight to read this very fine POTD MY FRIEND! Love the humor, creativity and excellent rhyming. Afav and thanks for the smiles.. John Gondolf December 3, 2017 at 11:32 AM Thanks, Robert, I'm glad you enjoyed my humor. Thanks for taking the time to read my poetry.

Jannie Breedt November 30, 2017 at 12:35 AM Hi John, it feels like Im missing out on some good food here. Interesting take and I would like to join you on that margarita too. I dont mind the burn. John Gondolf November 30, 2017 at 4:44 AM Jannie, thanks for the comment and for taking the time to read my poetry. You’re welcome to join me for that margarita any time, cheers.

Darlene De Beaulieu November 28, 2017 at 7:57 PM Yea!For Tums i take that to when I have heartburn. Good stuff. have a nice evening my friend. John Gondolf November 28, 2017 at 8:46 PM I have a jar at the office and a jar on my nightstand. Thanks, Darlene, you have a good evening too.

Andrea Dietrich November 25, 2017 at 10:32 AM I went to your BEST poems and found out this clever take of yours has become your NUMBER ONE poem at Soup. Congrats for that. John Gondolf November 27, 2017 at 7:07 PM Thank you, Andrea, I think a lot of people have enjoyed this one.

Afzal Nusker November 24, 2017 at 10:31 PM Your take on the theme is totally different from the others. I like the fiery humor in this one. John Gondolf November 27, 2017 at 7:03 PM Thank you, Afzal, I’m glad you enjoyed my humor.

John Fleming November 15, 2017 at 4:13 PM Upon reading your poem I realize I am one of those fortunate ones who, as he has got older, still retains the ability to eat insanely hot curries and the like...but there again I always had a digestive system like an old boiler. Enjoyed this one, John -- certainly brightened up my evening! My best regards. :) john John Gondolf November 15, 2017 at 4:17 PM Thanks for your comments, John. And just so you know, I'm envious! Even though the spicy foods bother me, I eat them anyway; I just have to buy Tums by the jar. John

Gary Bateman November 15, 2017 at 12:47 PM Hello John, Thanks for your recent comment on my sonnet!! And my sincere congratulations to you on the POTD honor as well. "The Fire Inside" is a very interesting rhyme. Like Connie, I thought that it might be a romantic or a love poem. But the Tex-Mex Cuisine theme is very interestingly developed and articulated all the same. And any poem that mentions "a margarita and wedge of lime" is all the more better in my book. LOL!! Superb Write!! Cheers and Best, Gary John Gondolf November 15, 2017 at 12:57 PM Thanks, Gary. I figured everyone else would be writing love poems for the contest so I took a different approach; I've had a lot of fun with it. I wrote a proper love poem for Julie's current contest.

Connie Marcum Wong November 14, 2017 at 5:45 PM I thought this might be romantic by the title, but I could relate to the fire from spicy food. I avoid it now. Congratulations on having this creative poem honored with POTD John! : ) John Gondolf November 15, 2017 at 6:45 AM Thank you, Connie. I took a different approach to "the fire inside" than most; sometimes humor is good. John

Gregory Richard Barden November 14, 2017 at 5:00 AM Beautiful write, John, congrats on your well-earned win, friend. Blessings! :-) John Gondolf November 14, 2017 at 5:57 AM Thank you, Gregory, glad you enjoyed.

Line Gauthier November 13, 2017 at 10:46 PM Very cute. I enjoyed your poem. John Gondolf November 14, 2017 at 5:56 AM Thanks, Line, glad you enjoyed my humor.

Jan Allison November 13, 2017 at 6:24 PM many congrats on your win John:-) this witty write was one of my personal favourites:-) hugs Jan x John Gondolf November 13, 2017 at 6:39 PM Thank you so much, Jan, you’re was a favorite of mine as well.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart November 11, 2017 at 7:07 AM Giggles! Delightful pen :) congratulations! xomo John Gondolf November 11, 2017 at 7:16 AM Thank you, Maureen, I'm glad I gave you a chuckle this morning. John

Andrea Dietrich November 10, 2017 at 7:22 PM oh and forgot to say. BIG congrats on POTD John Gondolf November 10, 2017 at 8:04 PM Thank you so much, Andrea.

Andrea Dietrich November 10, 2017 at 7:21 PM just read your funny reply to my comment!!!

Roy Pett November 10, 2017 at 3:54 AM Congratulations on achieving POTD John with your well written and funny poem. :)) John Gondolf November 10, 2017 at 4:48 AM Thank you, Roy. I’m glad you enjoyed my humor.

Maria Williams November 9, 2017 at 10:41 PM Many congrats on POTD John, nothing like a bit of spicy humour to start the day. Shame about the ....well.. at least you had the jar of Tums handy. I really enjoyed this fun write, made me smile. Btw i just about live on spicey food...Maria John Gondolf November 10, 2017 at 4:51 AM Good morning, Maria. Thank you; I’m glad you enjoyed my spicy humor this morning. Thanks for your comments and visit. John

Jan Allison November 9, 2017 at 6:41 PM You're on fire with this one John many congrats on POTD:-) hugs Jan xx John Gondolf November 9, 2017 at 6:50 PM Thank you my friend, your comments are always appreciated! John

Judith S November 9, 2017 at 3:43 PM Gave me a laugh! Can't do that spicy stuff myself. Congrats on POTD!! Best, Judy John Gondolf November 9, 2017 at 3:45 PM Thank you, Judy, I'm glad you enjoyed my humor.

Heidi Sands November 9, 2017 at 1:21 PM I am back to say congratulations for POTD! :) John Gondolf November 9, 2017 at 3:07 PM Thank you, Heidi.

Anne-Lise Andresen November 9, 2017 at 12:35 PM - Even if you initially just want to swallow, you make a stomach a favor by chewing a little extra before swallowing ... palpitation, sweating, hiccups, tears and a sense of happiness ... I can feel it :))) - Luck in the contest and congratulations on your p.o.t.d., John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) John Gondolf November 9, 2017 at 3:06 PM Anne-Lise, thank you so much for your comment. Glad you enjoyed my humor.

Eve Roper November 9, 2017 at 11:39 AM Lovely write , John, hell why does this have to happen.. Getting old is helllllllll.... Congratulations on POTD Hugs Eve ~`* John Gondolf November 9, 2017 at 3:05 PM Thanks, Eve, you're right, getting old is hell...thank God for Tums!

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