A Lover’s Appetite

You’re as comfortable as peanut butter,

As sweet as strawberry jam,

As wholesome as whole wheat toast

And as filling as country ham.

You’re all in the word that’s needed

For my hunger to be satisfied;

I never could forget you

Even if I really tried.

You’re the gravy on mashed potatoes,

The coffee in my cup;

And dear no matter what may come,

I’ll never give you up.

So please don’t leave me starving—

I must have you to live;

And if you will consent to have me,

To you, all my love I’ll give.

 O.W.L.