Ode to an Exceptional Hot Cup of Coffee

You're trying to entice me, are you not?

You know you're sweet and frothy, and so hot!

I won't deny it, I'm enchanted;
But please don't take me for granted.

You assure me I will savor every drop;

You're audacious, and you really ought to stop!

I'll ignore you; I'm not yielding to desire!

You see through me; I'm a coffee-craving liar.

You're trying to entice me—please desist!

You're steamy, dreamy—how can I resist?

I won't deny it, I'm enchanted;
But please don't take me for granted.

You're persistent, and you dare me not to sip.

You're so cunning; you're a brutal, brazen brew.

And you mock me! You insist I get a grip.

Should I touch you? Should I walk away from you?

Vanilla and hazel nut? How sly!

You say, "Admit it, I'm your all-time favorite,

And you can't ignore me, though you try."

I yield to your aroma—I must savor it!

You did it! You've enticed me; I give up.

You're such a sneaky, freaky, sultry cup.

I won't deny it, I'm enchanted;
But please don't take me for granted.

© 2024 David Acosta