in the heart of a kitchen, on a high-up shelf,
rests a plate that’s shaped like love itself.
its adorable patterns are a sweet embrace,
that bring a smile to meals in every space.
with each morning, noon, and setting sun,
it serves as a companion—a faithful one.
used with love, perhaps a little too much,
it bears the weight of a not-so gentle touch.
within a second, there’s a nasty slip!
the plate meets fate, its final trip.
scattered fragments lie on the floor,
if only the owner had held it more.
– kylie j. desmond

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