Crackers in a cellophane ziplock bag
rest, precariously placed, wide open
along the edge of a shelf, underneath
countertop design to remain hidden;
kiss the night goodbye, wobbly at the knees,
promoter, red jersey, acts ultra cool,
only he can't walk, held up by his wife,
tall security guard, his entourage.
Box office attendants watch the scene play,
ready to fall out, suppress laughter, spill
onto the concrete dance floor, cemented,
kiss the world goodbye, cruel, flush the toilet,
everyone around the bar shakes their heads,
nightlife afterparty, shift drinks in hand.
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