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Been taking long breaks,
Enjoying myself too much.
Back to writing soon.
Breaking Good
poetry
Sweet Caroling
I’m dreaming of a big Christmas dinner,
One that would make me feel like a sinner,
With my mouth stuffed with turkey and ham,
Mashed potatoes and salad, but hold the Spam . . .
I’m dreaming of a generous, pricey present,
One that would flatter me for how much you spent,
With my Christmas stocking bulging,
Oh, thank you for being so indulging . . .
I’m dreaming of a beautiful Christmas tree,
One that would inspire me to sing with glee,
Under would be gifts full of glitter,
So many to brag about on twitter . . .
Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Season’s Greetings!
Keep on dreaming . . .
(Un)Happy Monday
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Hide well that tonic and gin,
Aim your toenail clippings into the bin;
Just another Monday mourning,
Before the day’s over, I’ll be snoring.
Grandma’s Teeth
Like shiny, white pearls,
Ensconced in firm, pink pillows;
She always smiles
To show off her dentures.
Last Call in Lisbon
Casas Royale
A Fantastic Foray
[Day 8 – Óbidos, Alcobaça, Batalha, and Fátima]
Óbidos
Viewing from a ledge
Walled village of Óbidos
Perfect for parkour.
Alcobaça
A monastery,
Splendid Gothic monument
Houses royal tombs.
Batalha
A UNESCO site,
Another monastery
Preserved very well.
Fátima
Visions of Mary,
Catholic pilgrimage site;
Many faiths pray here.
In case you missed . . .
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
The Knights that Went Dark
[Day 7 in Tomar]
Once headquartered in Tomar,
The Order of the Knights Templar
Overcame Islamic domination in Portugal;
They were rewarded the castles of Almourol,
Monsanto, and Pombal.
Faced with perceived heresy,
And political upheaval,
The once mighty warrior monks’
Reputation and status were all laid lower
When the jealous King of France
Persuaded the Pope to destroy the Order.
In case you missed . . .
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Hot Lisbon, You’re Cool
A Family Affair
Started as Daddy,
Now being like a mummy;
It’s all under wraps.
Is he playing dead,
Or resting from surgery?
Family secret.
Karina Pinella 
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