Behind the desk
is the Receptionist.
She has a list
and you’re missed.
It’s a two tea bag cup
that will fill you up
now you’re no longer full.
You will not fool
the people who are cruel
they know what love is for.
It’s why they knock your door,
marked ‘MANAGER’.
You manage more
from the ground floor
and the view is peachy
when you’re out of reach
from other people’s list.
As children the playground bullies hit,
but now they are the ones who missed.

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