Comment from marion

Excellent

Hi Brooke

Another one of your delightfull poems ... I love this one, it highlights my own affliction also. I shouldn't be here reviewing you, the bulls are waiting to be shifted and instead of using a treadmill, I have parked the four-wheeler bike up for good, and walk everywhere. I have four kilos to loose (thank-goodness that's all). And it didn't help when an Amercian pilot gave Steve a bottle of genuine mapple syrup a few weeks ago, for breakfast waffles! Another amusing clever-little poem of yours. Marion.

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Yeah, it always seems wasteful not to use something given to you! LOL Thanks so much, Brooke : -)

Comment from Avid Aspirant

Excellent

An intriguing form of poetry! How do you produce so many so quickly?!? I have to say though, eggs with waffles sounds thouroughly unBritish... I'm not sure I'd be such a fan. I always think waffles should be reserved for things such as syrup and ice-cream :)

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

I write one a day - if I don't have something to write about I find something to write about. :-) Thank you!! Brooke

Comment from Nicnac

Excellent

Good grief.
You took all the fun out of it. LOL
I LOVE waffles, and I can't seem to ever get enough syrup on them. haha.

I'll skip the treadmill, but still enjoyed this, Brooke. I have no suggestions and found no spag.
Nic

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Nic, it's a stress test appointment, don't think it's a good idea to just skip it!!! LOL Thanks so much, Brooke :-)

reply by Nicnac on 31-Mar-2009

I don't need the added stress. LOL I'll skip it. ;)

Comment from Rottie

Excellent

Lol! Now THAT'S living...lol!! Not that I would encourage this type of behavior, but I can see it now, taking the time to savory each fattening bite and looking at the watch!

Hysterical!

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

I know you like satire, so it is nice to hear that you appreciate this one - thank you! Brooke

Comment from skye

Excellent

Your play on words is great... full... busy and not hungry.
Your poem is well crafted, with strong images.
Love the diner picture.. made me hungry.

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Skye, thanks - stress test and all I've still managed to make lots of people hungry - so much for the satire. LOL Brooke

Comment from Nescher Pyscher

Excellent

::Laughing:

THIS one I liked.

I've HAD that morning! "We need you to fast for tweleve hours prior to the blood test, Mr. Pyscher."

::grrrrrroooooooaaaaaaannnnnnnsssssss::

:0D

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Nescher, looks like the guy in this poem forgot to follow the directions. LOL Thanks, Brooke

Comment from MJMuraco

Excellent

Ah, isn't this the life we lead. We want our treats but must burn them off for our health. Nice poem and your imagery was great. This is the story of my life on Sunday.

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Thanks for your thoughtful comments, Brooke

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

I enjoyed the whimsy of the title and the last stanza. I would like to lose five pounds and I think I will tape your poem to my mirror to remind me to exercise during the day. I especially liked the jukebox nostalgia on the diner counter and your use of alliteration as a bonus at the end.

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Well, it is the diners that sell these package breakfasts with all the wild foods in one meal. Thanks so much, Brooke

Comment from Dave-Aranda-Richards

Excellent

Yeah it sure is a septolet! The last line sure keeps it going. This is too funny and not appreciated by me since it is obviously about me and revenge for the Dodge Dart comments.

Dave

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Dave - I am laughing. :-D Thank you, Brooke :-)

Comment from IndianaIrish

Excellent

LOL! Absolutely wonderful pictures you've painted for each verse, Brooke. I love your septolets--another form that you really excel. Loved it!
Indy :>)

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2009

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009

Indy, thanks so much :-) Brooke