I have been eternally hungry
Deprived of all that I need.
By my own cruel heart
I am starved.
Pangs rip from toe to soul
Claiming body inside and out.
Meaningless courses of
Temptations are served.
In grand display of china.
Swirls of sauce and facades of flavor.
Promising joy, fulfillment, peace.
Exquisite, culinary soul delights.
But with every taste
Hunger lingers.
Laughing at my distress.