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Tasting Preferences on Turkey Day

A Thanksgiving Day Poem

By Shanon Angermeyer NormanPublished 2 years ago • 1 min read
Mama always said we should set the table up real pretty.

Prepping the Dinner Table

I like broccoli and I like green beans,

but I don't like spinach or collard greens.

Pass me some creamed corn or marshmallowed yams,

but spare me the asparagus that comes from a can.

I like celery and I like gravy'd mashed potatoes,

but I don't like raw cabbage unless it's in cole slaw.

I like pinto beans, and black and red too,

but I don't like that hummus fancy goo.

Cauliflower is as nice as mushrooms can be,

apple pie a la mode is best with vanilla ice cream.

Pumpkin pie may be traditional, but I prefer the spiced latte...

Desserts can be any sweet treats especially for the holiday.

I got my egg nog ready and my wiskey shot glass;

You might go for the Wild Turkey, but I think I'll pass.

Happy Thanksgiving, Folks!

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Shanon Angermeyer Norman

Gold, Published Poet at allpoetry.com since 2010. USF Grad, Class 2001.

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    Written by Shanon Angermeyer Norman