Some Poems About Food
Posted: Sunday, March 15, 2009
by David Pekrul
I Love Pie
The Yankees love their Apple Pie,
The Brits, their Custard Pie,
My wife told me she can't make pie,
She knows, for she has tried.
The Dutch have Apple Berry Pie,
The Scottish, Mincemeat Pie,
Italians have Ricotta Pie,
And I have none, "Oh, Why?"
I love that little flaky crust,
That goes with morning tea,
It seems that all the world has some,
But there is none for me.
The Finnish have Karjalan Pie,
Whatever that may be,
The Greeks have Cheese And Spinach Pie,
I'd love a piece with Brie.
So, as the world enjoys their pie,
I eat a simple tart,
For even though I love my pie,
We live a world apart.
Veggies
We're told to eat our vegetables,
Before we have dessert,
Well, that's okay for others, but
For me it doesn't work.
I really love my sugar,
It's the best thing on my plate,
But I'll still eat my vegetables,
From them I can't escape.
I really hate those vegetables,
I'll save them 'til the last,
Then swallow them with water, so
I get them down real fast.
I Want To Eat A Pork Chop
I want to eat a pork chop and love to eat a steak,
But people try to change my mind and say it's a mistake,
To eat a living creature; they say that it's a sin,
But I would challenge their beliefs; now where do I begin?
To try to live on lettuce would leave me feeling weak,
To have a little protein, is what I really seek,
A little calamari, a little shrimp and prawn,
Without those things I may as well just graze upon the lawn.
Now, you may like your veggies, and think they're really fine,
But I would rather have a steak, and with some red, red wine,
I also love my veggies, but have them on the side,
For when it comes to getting fed, my meat is baked or fried.
Don't criticize my eating; it's not the job for you,
For even in the Holy Book, it tells me what to do,
"Let others not condemn you for what you eat or drink",
And that is what I plan to do, no matter what you think.
"So don't let anyone condemn you for what you eat or drink"
Colossians 2:16a
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Top-level comments on this article: (7 total)Great poem, David. I, too, love pie, steak and all good things that keep me fat and jolly!SandraThanks, Sandra.You must be on the same diet as I, "See Food".
Great poetry. Pity your pie poem was one day late - pi day is march 14th.I didn't even know there was a Pi Day. I'll look it up on the internet. There's always something new to learn.Pi is 3.14 and the date of pi day is writen 3.14 as in march 14th. They have a website. Piday com
As a former poet I cna appreciate the excellent skills you have to express anything without offending. Be it presenting humor, mediatation or a serious topic you have a way to say it. Good job..Robert, thanks for the great compliment. Much appreciated.
You, sir, have an amazing talent!! I am a bit envious, though. Great stuff!!Thanks, Ken.My poetry writing only started five years ago, so I have a lot to learn. It sure is fun, though.I'm glad you enjoy them. I hope you read lots more, and thanks.
David, your poems are a treat. You know, the kind of treat you used to expect at the end of suppertime when you were a kid. The one that would make your mouth water. Of course I am speaking of that wonderful hot apple pie, or strawberry shortbread....that is the way your poems are. The are the desert of your writing. The imagination that goes into poetry is harder than one thinks, and you make it look simple....Where's the book? I can see the title now, David Pekrul's "Lifes Little Hiccups".....hummmmmm not bad. Love your poetry, I'm on my way to read another!!! Your pal, and friend and fan in pen,........GaryHey, Gary, I like the title. I'm going to start checking out what publishers there are out there and put together a sample of poems to send. I want to use a regular publisher, not one that charges for their services. I'll probably get a lot of rejection letters, but hey, if I don't try, I'll never know. Thanks for all your encouragement.Bravo, I know they will love your work, and who cares if you get some rejections, that goes with the territory, it is the one who is persistant that is the winner.....I know you will do it.....I can just feel it!!!!
Laughing is inevitable while reading your poems...ha ha ha ha...and many more 'HAs'I enjoyed reading your poem...Laughter is the best medicine and I'm glad I was able to help.
Dude, you continue to amaze me. I can't help but it, but I am envious :-) Excellent job! Thanks for the smile! TeresaThank Teresa.We each have our thing and I know I could never write and explain scripture as well as you. So, God gives each their own special gift and all He asks is that we use it.Thanks for your kind comments and for continuing to read my stuff.yeah, yeah, whatever. :-) I know you are right, thanks for keeping it all in perspective for me. Still, no harm in wishing I could write poetry :-)
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