Dinner for Two
Dinner for Two
Dinner for Two
by Myra Chappius
Hunger takes overIt is barely mid-afternoon, yet the craving has hitFelt deep in the belly, down lowA fluttery, rumbling familiarityThe anticipation of satisfaction is almost as fulfilling as satiationLost in daydream – of skin prickling under the lightest touchA graze of teeth, a rush of breathStrands of hair tangled in a watch, trailing down the pointed peaks of spineSensations growing as the hours tick by
With eyes shut tight, a recalling of tasteBriny – the flavor of warmthMemory tied to instant salivation, wantingA recognizable flushA building desire
The meal – inedible, yet filling Prepared on a slow, rolling simmer, served at the witching hour, with one carefully selected, longstanding guest Complete – with a sweet finish
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Featured in our April 2022 issue, "Snack Time"