Last Friday of the month is for
Monthly Poetry Group to rhyme.
Diane, Mimi, and I take turns,
Flags is the theme this time.
As usual, today I'll try,
a poem to write . . . or fudge.
Whether I'm successful or not,
you get to be the judge. 
Seeing Red
Flags are flying everywhere,
they're loyalty on display,
Country, college, favorite teams,
solidarity with loved ones, gay.
Rev your engines, hit the gas,
when it's speed that we embrace.
Faster, faster, 'til we see,
checkered flags that end the race.
And when I'm at a cookout,
trying everything's a feat.
But I throw in the white flag when
there's no more I can eat.
Pineapple Jalapeno Cole Slaw
Morals and values at issue,
our politics are a disgrace.
Our freedom is in jeopardy,
unless we win this race.
'Cause though they aren't physical,
I see red flags everywhere.
They signify grave danger,
unless we vote with care.
Before you go, stop by these blogs for more poetry:
Unhelpful by Diane of On the Border and Messymimi's Meanderings
Pineapple Jalapeno Cole Slaw
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Ingredients:
1 bag (16 oz) tricolor cole slaw mix
1 bag (16 oz) tricolor cole slaw mix
1\4 of a red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper
1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3 TBSP honey
3 tsp pepper jelly
Directions:
*Place the cole slaw mix in a large bowl with the red onion. Set aside.
*Cut the top off of the jalapeno, then cut in half, remove the seeds and chop into small pieces. Add them to the bowl with the cole slaw mix.
*Drain the pineapple tidbits, reserving the juice. Slice the tidbits in half and place on paper towels to continue to drain.
*Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, the reserved pineapple juice, the honey, and the pepper jelly. Pour into the bowl with the cole slaw and mix well.
*Gently mix in the pineapple tidbits. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, gently stirring once or twice.
*Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
