Love Poem: The Food I Love
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Written by: Sandra Haight

The Food I Love


The Food I Love


To single out one special food 
     that really makes me smile
is difficult for sure because 
     so many are worthwhile.

But there's a yummy list for me
     within a certain group;
those comfort foods I need and crave,
     like extra creamy soup.

And mac and cheese can make my day
     so filled with carbs and fat.
My heart beats "oh, please think of me...
     my arteries filled with plaque."

Oh, pizza...topped with sausage, cheese,
     stuffed crust and deep dish too;
or bacon-wrapped hot dogs on rolls
     plus fries with barbeque. 

Those pasta dishes of all kinds
     heaped high with cheese and meat
and lots of bread and butter too...
     a comfort food retreat.

Grilled-cheese/tomato sandwich packed
     with bacon in the spread;
the calories are off the chart...
     my doc would shake his head.

But comfort food is simply that...
     it makes me feel so fine.
I help to lessen all the harm...
     and drink heart-healthy wine!


Sandra M. Haight

~8th Place~
Contest: I love Food
Sponsor: Lewis Raynes
Judged: 06/30/2016