to 1977

courteous but insincere –

as she wishes you peace

and good tidings

and God’s blessings.

polite but uncaring –

as she curtsies, daintily,

and smiles broadly,

and reaches for your hand.

seductive but coldhearted –

as she blows softly into your ear,

then breathes deeply

and touches the small of your back.

courteous but insincere –

as she wishers you peace,

and good tidings,
and God’s blessings.