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Once upon a timeI arrived on this isle.I knew it was different here.Should I try a new style?How should I dress?Where should I eat?Who will I hang with?Tennies or sandals on my feet?I took care of the clothesshorts and tees are the deal,so the next big decisionis a good spot for a meal.I could wax conservative and do the beef or the pasta,or go for Bahamian.Sit outdoors with a Rasta.Well they say “when in Rome…”This is my new home.So the fish I shall I try.Do I blacken or fry?It’s so fresh that darn grouper,the dolphin and snapper.Yellowtail might do.Just released from its trapper.Hey wait just a moment my home is Key West.I should select what they’re known for the best.It’s the symbol this townitself has selectedto put on its flagthat’s how we’re reflected.It’s the Conch that was chosento represent this small Key.So many ways it is cooked.Should I try it or flee?Its chewey consistencymakes it perfect for chowder,but it’s still pretty warm outso I’ll take a powder.What’s this on the menuI am no kidder.They’ve made that old conchinto a fritter?I love them when plain,when sauced and when spicy.Those little balls when fried upWill lure you in and entice yee.So don’t be shybe adventurous big guy.Try those old fritters.You’ll love ‘em; no lie!
Doug Heyman, Key West, FloridaFebruary 2005
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