The Spice

What I enjoy might very well be
Something you despise.
The things that light me up may be
Unpleasant to your eyes.

But that’s what makes the world go round;
Variety’s the spice.
What you find unappealing
Could, to me, be paradise.

There are no rights or wrongs when you
Account for someone’s taste.
Endeavors at persuasion,
In most cases, are a waste.

It’s best for all to nod our heads,
Accepting as a fact
That what one finds repellent 
May another thus attract.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Dietrich Avatar
March 28, 2017 at 7:54 PM
Awesome poem on the spice of life. Don't we just love it!!
Bauer Avatar
March 29, 2017 at 4:55 PM
thanks, andrea! i can't imagine the world without it...
Smith Avatar
March 28, 2017 at 2:39 PM
Such truth here Ilene...perfectly worded
Bauer Avatar
March 29, 2017 at 4:55 PM
thank you, tim! that means a lot...
Pigeon Tart Avatar
March 28, 2017 at 12:48 PM
So well penned Ilene! 7 :) xomo!
Bauer Avatar
March 29, 2017 at 4:53 PM
great to hear from you, maureen! thank you...
Mawu Avatar
March 28, 2017 at 12:19 PM
a very "be who you are" piece. simple and well put
Bauer Avatar
March 29, 2017 at 4:52 PM
thank you for that lovely comment, amanda!
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