Decaf

by Meme   Aug 20, 2012


I take it dark; just like
those lies you keep
pouring into my cup.
I would rather taste
the bitterness of it
than your nonsense.

But I wonder, how do
you take yours?

Uh-mmm, let me guess...
You don't have a favorite,
each day you wake up with
a new choice...?

Well, no matter what
extras you add in, or
how long you keep
stirring your lines, its
always guff in every sip.

Just bland, like the many
conversations we always
have. They lack the depth
of honesty flavor; and its
one of my favorite flavors.
You know!

I think I know what to
look for in a perfect cup
now, so no longer will I
drink your decaffeinated
words.

I need the real taste of coffee.

**For a club contest**

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© Copyright 2012 by: gIrL
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  • 12 years ago

    by Hannah Lizette

    Well, I'm a weird one... I hate the taste of coffee but love the smell of it....and I absolutely love when someone uses coffee metaphorically. :D

    I agree with Xanthe, the "uh-mmm" works fantastic! I can just see someone saying "uh-mmm" pouring a cup of coffee with bed hair going on and sleepy eyes! lol

    Will be nominating this :)

    • 12 years ago

      by Meme

      Awwww, thanks a lot girls :-)))

  • 12 years ago

    by Xanthe

    I love how consistent you are in presenting your metaphors. Very admirable, I like that. And I love coffee; I thought this was going to win. :P

    The "Uh-mmm" worked really well. It gave the effect that the persona has just awoken and it is early morning. Creative.

  • 12 years ago

    by Dagmar Wilson

    I am a coffee drinker. I love the smell
    of fresh brewing coffee early in the morning
    just sitting there, enjoying it. It also
    gives me a certain touch of energy.
    I think if you drink a lot of decaf it might
    have the same affect.
    well penned and nicely written

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