Category Archives: Seventeen syllables

No longer on the move. Here. Virtually and in real life.

Posted on April 22, 2010 by Ali

Why hello, there. Welcome. I’m in a new home both in the external world, and in the funky world that is cyberspace. I’m surrounded by boxes. Wires sticking out of the ceiling where light fixtures will someday be. Blank walls, … Continue reading →

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Seventeen syllables: a three-year old’s pleasures

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Ali

Annie’s mac and cheese, Babies, pulling Buddy’s tail, The words “pee,” “burp,” “splat.”

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Guar gum explained in nine haiku

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Ali

You sound ugly. Like Drool from a large, hairy beast, Snorting as he walks. In fact, you’re a seed; Ground endosperm (I’m blushing…) Tasteless. Bland. No smell. Gelatinous goop, Eight times thicker than corn starch You bind. Make things gel. … Continue reading →

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Five haiku about xanthan gum..

Posted on February 4, 2009 by Ali

Oh, enigmatic Mystery ingredient: Stealthy. Sly. Unseen. You hide in canned soup, Frozen meals, Toothpaste, ice cream. Everywhere: that’s you. They tell me you’re safe: You emulsify. That’s all. Emulsi…Wait. Huh? It’s fine! The experts say. A great gluten-free option! … Continue reading →

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Carrageenan explained, haiku form

Posted on June 19, 2008 by Ali

Sure, you’re a sex lube. (That’s out of the way. Phew. Let’s move on to food). Derived from seaweed, (what could be more natural?) You thicken. Bind. Gel. You’re found in puddings, Ice cream, jams, processed cheeses, Toothpaste, icing, fro-yo… … Continue reading →

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