Tomatoes

Tangy, sweet, or “just right”
Ohs and ahs of sheer delight
Makes mouths water at the sight
Attacks the tongue with spirit bright 
Takes a palate to heaven's height
Olfactory senses come alight
Essentially stirs the appetite
Savor the flavor in each bite
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Meadows Avatar
April 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM
A good description. I wrote a poem about my Aunty's tomato greenhouse. Well done.
Fowler Avatar
April 6, 2024 at 12:08 PM
Thank you Jeanette. I remember commenting on your poem last year. Terrific read. hugs :)
Fisher Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 4:39 PM
This would make great advertising at a produce store or farmers market. You bring out the best in them!
Fowler Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 4:56 PM
Hey David. I hadn't thought of that - but I did have the idea to write about them while at the market. Many thanks for stopping by! :)
Bell Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 12:51 PM
Okay, Linda, what's going on with this tomato, am I missing a hidden meaning.
Fowler Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM
Nope. No hidden meaning Paul. Was shopping the other day and there were at least seven different varieties to choose from...just made me think of all that bright color and flavor. LOL Thank for coming by. Always good to see you! :)
Brotherton Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Love the acrostic poem, my friend. Nothing better than a bacon and tomato sandwich. My wife will eat them straight from the garden like an apple.
Fowler Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 1:07 PM
Thank you Jerry. Good to see you here. I do like a good BLT, too! Happy to see you. Linda :)
Dietrich Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 10:18 AM
Love how you did this even though I am not a fan of tomato. I love it as sauce, ketchup or salsa!
Fowler Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 1:06 PM
I am more fond of processed tomato as well Andrea, unless I find the low-acidic/ sweet fresh ones. Thank for stopping by! :)
May Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 7:46 AM
I like how you did it in Monorhyme, Nicely done
Fowler Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 1:04 PM
Many thanks Joseph! :)
Volumes Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 1:13 AM
Hail to the bright red tomato. Nice one Laf Best wishes Wen
Fowler Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 6:50 AM
Hi dear friend! I hope to have a large crop this year! So happy for your visit Wen. big hugs! laf :)
Alhemaidy Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 5:40 PM
people love tomatoes. Few days ago, I read that there are more thank 1500 kinds of tomatoes. They showed a lot of tomatoes kinds in pictures. Well enjoyed read! Have a wonderful time ~ AA
Fowler Avatar
March 23, 2024 at 6:49 AM
Hello my dear A! So many varieties - I don't know them all. The ones I grow have dainty little white flowers. ;) I appreciate your warm visit, always. hugs :)
Goldsmith Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM
I enjoyed reading your creative/wonderful "Tomatoes" write. I love tomatoes in salads/on sandwiches or sauce. Guess lunch is at your house.... Hahaha!!! Have a wonderful/blessed weekend writing away..........
Fowler Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 12:28 PM
They're not quite ripe yet. I'll let you know when they are Paula and we'll have a tomato party. Ha! Make it a terrific weekend! hugs :)
Mo Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 10:57 AM
My experience with tomatoes is different, but its a nutritious fruit/veg(this always confuses me). enjoyed!
Fowler Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 12:18 PM
LOL Marugu. I never really liked tomatoes until I tasted fresh from the garden - huge difference! Many thanks for commenting! :)
Rodgers Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 10:57 AM
Dear Linda, your poem is a delightful ode to the simple yet profound pleasure of enjoying this humble fruit. The sensory imagery beautifully captures the essence of savoring tomatoes in all their forms. It's appreciating the small joys in life that ignite our senses and bring us moments of pure delight. - Blessings, my friend, Daniel
Fowler Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 12:25 PM
Hello dear Daniel. Simple pleasures are the best and seem to last the longest! Many thanks for the savory comments. :)
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