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Do I smell funny?

You ever get the feeling that you smell like curry?
Now I'm not being racist or trying to be funny
It is just a simple thing that I have observed 
Whenever I leave my house it's quite absurd
I smell like centuries of mastering flavour
Of spices and mixes that one should savour
Of happy childhood memories in the kitchen 
Where food is not just boiled veg and chicken 
But a lifetime of experiences yet to be had 
For those who don't have it, I feel quite sad
Because in my house, food is so delectable 
Not small and dainty, but abundantly edible 
You should come for lunch some day 
So that when next time you hear me say
I'm so annoyed as I think I smell like curry 
You don't cringe, you just become hungry.

◄ The Misery Drum

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Raj Ferds

Mon 24th Jul 2017 15:01

Colin's suggestion is spot on. If we're talking chillies then we'll need chilled beer for sure. So count me in. I'll be there with a slab under my arm.

Salivatig already!
Raj

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Cynthia Buell Thomas

Sun 23rd Jul 2017 11:43

Delightful piece! A subject common to us all. And in couplets! What's not to love?

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Sun 23rd Jul 2017 08:48

Curry and Poems Night round yours Aishah? Count me in -
sounds fun!

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kJ Walker

Sun 23rd Jul 2017 08:18

I'm a real wimp when it comes to hot spicy food. so till recently we have shied away from curries, but I have come to realise it's more about flavour and doesn't have to be too hot.
I really enjoyed this, as I'm sure I'd really enjoy your meals.

Cheers Kevin

elPintor

Sun 23rd Jul 2017 02:42

Curry--such a distinct flavor and smell. If nothing else, the taste for good food should serve as a common point of unity and a symbol of care for the proliferation of all mankind. And, good food can make a life lived within the most meager means feel tolerable.

I recently came upon garam masala and am in love...

elP

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