Hot Dogs, French Fries, Lemonade!
An ode to a hot dog stand.130 total reviews
Comment from Thomas Bowling
A great poem. I love the way you expressed making the moment last.
We ate our fries
one at a time
to pro-looong the moment
A very good job painting a word picture.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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A great poem. I love the way you expressed making the moment last.
We ate our fries
one at a time
to pro-looong the moment
A very good job painting a word picture.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Yes, Thomas, I paint with words. Thank you for your colorful review.
Comment from closetpoetjester
What a great shout out to your favourite hotdog servery and a pity your late mother was not with you.
I'm sure she was there in spirit though. She was probably looking over you wanting to wipe the sauce from the corner of your mouth LOL
Nicely done. A fitting tribute to a simple but satisfying memory. Not to mention a pretty yummy one at that LOL
Well done
cheers P
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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What a great shout out to your favourite hotdog servery and a pity your late mother was not with you.
I'm sure she was there in spirit though. She was probably looking over you wanting to wipe the sauce from the corner of your mouth LOL
Nicely done. A fitting tribute to a simple but satisfying memory. Not to mention a pretty yummy one at that LOL
Well done
cheers P
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, P., for your generous review. Yes, my dearly departed mother was with us there at the hot dog stand in spirit.
Comment from robyn corum
Andre,
OoooOoooOOOoooo.... I can easily see why this 'Winner' won!! *smile* What a great comparison -- the imprinting and the hand and foot prints! Ingenious!! haha! Btw, who is that in the picture? It doesn't look like you...
Thanks, sweetie pie!
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Andre,
OoooOoooOOOoooo.... I can easily see why this 'Winner' won!! *smile* What a great comparison -- the imprinting and the hand and foot prints! Ingenious!! haha! Btw, who is that in the picture? It doesn't look like you...
Thanks, sweetie pie!
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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No, Robyn, that not anyone I know in this stock photo. Thank you for your cheerful review of this winner.
Comment from estory
There are some elements woven into this nostalgic bit of free verse. I liked how you spread the words out in "We ate those hot dogs one at a time" to catch the sense of the action, of slowly eating. Nice image at the end, cementing this image in the concrete at the Chinese restaurant in Hollywood with all the other timeless greats and timeless moments. estory
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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There are some elements woven into this nostalgic bit of free verse. I liked how you spread the words out in "We ate those hot dogs one at a time" to catch the sense of the action, of slowly eating. Nice image at the end, cementing this image in the concrete at the Chinese restaurant in Hollywood with all the other timeless greats and timeless moments. estory
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, estory, for your review of my nostalgic free verse. I wanted the poem to reflect my experience at dining at Skooby's
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"Hot Dogs, French Fries and Lemonade", is an extremely well-written and heart-warming piece. This talented poet's work takes me back to the days when I was young. It was a pleasure to both read and review a work of this standard.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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"Hot Dogs, French Fries and Lemonade", is an extremely well-written and heart-warming piece. This talented poet's work takes me back to the days when I was young. It was a pleasure to both read and review a work of this standard.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Duchess, for your review of my heart-warming poem. I am glad it took you back to your youth.
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Sis Cat, you're more than welcome. Your poem certainly took me back to my youth.
Best wishes and bless you, the Duchess
Comment from Thal1959
Ode contest winner! Congratulations, Andre. I was disqualified because I didn't read the rules and entered an ode to a person. In fact, I remember looking at the title of the entries and thought, "What kind of nut would write an ode to a hotdog? Now I know, Bwahahaha. But it is really quite charming, though you missed an opportunity... "who called herself "Yeller Gal."" If she would have been called "Old Yeller" because Ma was a dog, that would have been hilarious!
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Ode contest winner! Congratulations, Andre. I was disqualified because I didn't read the rules and entered an ode to a person. In fact, I remember looking at the title of the entries and thought, "What kind of nut would write an ode to a hotdog? Now I know, Bwahahaha. But it is really quite charming, though you missed an opportunity... "who called herself "Yeller Gal."" If she would have been called "Old Yeller" because Ma was a dog, that would have been hilarious!
Comment Written 04-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Yes, Thal, my mother was nicknamed Yeller Gal because she was a light complexioned African American. I am glad my hot dog ode thrilled you. Thank you for the congratulations.
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You're welcome, Andre.
Comment from Thesis
Another good one, my friend. What can you say. Is it an ode to hot dogs, or the phenomenon of fast food places in California. Personally, In and Out is also a favorite, but I digress. I like your style and tone, Nice entry.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Another good one, my friend. What can you say. Is it an ode to hot dogs, or the phenomenon of fast food places in California. Personally, In and Out is also a favorite, but I digress. I like your style and tone, Nice entry.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Yes, Thesis, my family loved In and Out, too! We always felt that dining there or out was special. Thank you for your generous review.
Comment from Boogienights
Great memories are what a lot of poetry is made of.Sounds like a fun place to eat and people watch. It's nice that you included a picture of the real place.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Great memories are what a lot of poetry is made of.Sounds like a fun place to eat and people watch. It's nice that you included a picture of the real place.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Boogienights, for your review. I first encountered Skooby's on a walking food tour, and I return there on occasion.
Comment from Irish Rain
Congratulations for your win!! Hot dogs are one of my favorite foods, and to eat them in such an atmosphere!! Double treat!! And lemons, oh my...I love EVERYTHING lemon! Loved this! Blessings...
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Congratulations for your win!! Hot dogs are one of my favorite foods, and to eat them in such an atmosphere!! Double treat!! And lemons, oh my...I love EVERYTHING lemon! Loved this! Blessings...
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Irish Rain, for your cheerful review. Hot dogs are an underrated food. I'm glad you loved this. Blessing to you, too.
Comment from pipersfancy
I can think of no finer dining establishment to write an ode to--the humble hot dog stand! Bravo! Seems like "Skooby's" serves its purpose well - dishing up fine dogs, fries and lemonade, along with a side dish of warm family memories.
Well done, and congrats on your win!
pf
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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I can think of no finer dining establishment to write an ode to--the humble hot dog stand! Bravo! Seems like "Skooby's" serves its purpose well - dishing up fine dogs, fries and lemonade, along with a side dish of warm family memories.
Well done, and congrats on your win!
pf
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, PF, for your review. Yes, Skooby's serves up a side dish of family memories.