Don’t Forget to Send Your Reply – Poem By Ali Grimshaw

~ Ali Grimshaw 
You asked for a poem but left before 
I got a chance to inquire about preferred flavors.

Are you in need of savory words to awaken, 
or rich, creamy expressions to nourish dreams
ease your anxious heart?

I could choose a random flavor for you
but that would invite my worries in.

So I am choosing to write out a mixed assortment,
courageous squares of coconut glee,
rounds of morning daybreak delight, 
cinnamon memories combined with almost burnt
toast, and 
the encouragement of toffee's complexity.

This sampler will help me to better
understand your tastes.

Please reply with honesty, start with
the flavors that bring a sigh.

© Ali Grimshaw 2023

16 thoughts on “Don’t Forget to Send Your Reply – Poem By Ali Grimshaw”

  5. Whew! This right here is such a “treat!” (See what I did there? Haha)

    “This sampler will help me to better
    understand your tastes.

    Please reply with honesty, start with
    the flavors that bring a sigh.”

    I love this, Ali!

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  6. ..courageous squares of coconut glee.. these are such beautiful words and once again, I have no choice but to leave a prising comment for your poetry – you’re a true wordsmith 🙂 Aiva xx

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  7. Glorious. What a succulent poem–for me! I love all the flavors you put into it. This is indeed tremendously lovely. And I will eat it all up as promptly too. No plates will be harmed in the process. Promise. xoxo

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