I'm glad I scrolled down and read that this is not a personal write. I don't understand if this is about a literal diet or an emotional one. Either way, it's a fantastic poem.

Oh Kate, how I emphasize (but then you know that, don't you?)
I loved the way you spelled it out, though, in this clever piece
of writing.
My favorite saying (even though it's hard to remember when I am
in this situation)is:
"When things are this low-down, they can only go UP!"
Hugs to you, dear girl.

Clever write...nothing to do but swallow, Kate. This is usually the appetizer before the main course. Not satisfying, as so many of us know...

Loved this, Kate. Depression, feeling down, not able to write, I've tried that diet too.

I think it's time to give your self a butt kick and follow it with a trip to the local zoo or not. Anyway I think you are doing fine.

Felix

Never will. It takes two to tango as the saying goes. And both have to cooperate.

do the best thing yet...DON'T diet! They do NOT work!!!!

still, a good write, kate!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :(

There is nothing more bloating than lethargy
nor more debilitating than emptiness,both
cause fatigue and silence when not wanted is
ABUSE to we who love to chatter;-)see
what your poem did to me;-)Another clever
metaphor, Kate!

love,
Eileen

The sadness of diets and the "need-to-diet"-thing frustrates me greatly, but this is not a personal write and I am fine!! :))) I'll take the hug, though, Katy, cos they're ALWAYS welcome! Bless you!! LOL Kuddly Kate xx

Four lines... four short, breathtaking, unforgettable, involving, heartbreaking, achingly poetic lines that filled me and will linger.

Kate, you need only pop me a line... I listen as well as blab. As for this piece, academically, it is poetry from the gut... and phrased with amazing originality. Emotions are such triggers, are they not? I'm entirely collapsed by your creativity of word. (I have this need to give you a hug). Please take care. love, katy xox

I'm not dieting, but I take health pills. Miraculously, it works a lot more efficient than any diet pills I had ever taken; and it's all for good health. (I'm not overweight, but just like to keep my size in good health).

Write to me if you want to know more.

Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

;-) Haven't ever tried to diet, but can certainly identify with this on other levels. Nice job.