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Ode to a Potato

Not just an ordinary thing

By Joe LucaPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read
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To thee my friend, my spud

Born of dirt and mud

Whether mashed or fried,

Au gratin or pied

My joy, alas, I can’t hide.

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On platter or trough

Elegant or naught

You’re gracious and always fulfilling.

And there’s never a night

When hunger is right

That your eyes don’t find us all willing.

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Nay, you’re a tuber, not a root

Nor a veggie, or fruit

And with ketchup, you are quite the marvel

At circus and fairs

In airplanes, on stairs

Without you, I fear we would starve all.

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Joe Luca

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    Written by Joe Luca