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April poetry, april poetry challenge, poem, Poetry, poetry prompts, sesame street, shopping list, Writing, writing prompts
Hello Poets!
Today I was reminded of an old Sesame Street cartoon about a girl sent to the store by her mother for (you know it?) a loaf of bread, a container of milk, and a stick of butter. The rhythm of this list is so memorable that I still recite today when I go to the store! Your prompt for today is to write a poem that contains the following items:
bread, milk, and butter
Alternatively, write a poem that conatins a shopping list.
Follow this link to the classic video.
the poet's billow 
A slice of bread,
covered with butter,
and a bit of jam for the sweetest breakfast.
This morning feast I’ll top up with milk,
may the day be as fresh
as the winds going through
the windmill,
round the corner of the empty street.
I was working on a poem during my usual writing time (midnight-2am Friday/Saturday) when I realized I could shoehorn it into this poetry prompt. I’ll add a link shortly.
http://wp.me/p772BE-2C
I know what I need at the store,
Milk, bread and butter and more.
The kids yell, “better get chips”,
So I make out a grocery list.
I’m planning my meals each day,
Adding items along the way.
I finally review my list and stop,
Grab my wallet and head out to shop.
When I get to the store,
and walk in the door,
Then realize with a groan,
I left my list at home.
I had fun with this one. Had to post my poem. :)