Chitterlings – definition: 1) a ruffled frill on the front of a shirt. 2) a food dish made from port intestines: also, chitlins
I’m setting a challenge today…if you so choose to participate. Use both definitions in the same short story or poem! I’ve pondered for a while and this is the result.
Dressed in ruffled frill
Ebony jacket and trousers
Paired with shiny shoes
A dashing image made
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A classy restaurant
Candle-lit and romantic
First date, first impressions
Nervously waiting
**
Her shapely figure before him
A friendly smile
And chased kiss upon his cheek
Candle flicker
**
Menu’s pondered
Surprise at her choice
Chitterlings
Agreement to taste
**
Plates served
Perfectly presented cuisine
Small bite tasted
Unexpectedly good
**
Her gentle laughter
And statement of soul food
Calmed his nerves
A great first date
Chitlins in broth. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
