We keep our noses clean, my friend and i,
do what we’re told.
Keep profiles soft and low
as we grow old.
We take up little space, my friend and i,
avoid the town.
Keep our curtains drawn
our voices down.
We live an ordered life, my friend and i,
cause little fuss.
If only everyone
could be like us.
***
Screaming now, he screams, my friend, and i
know what to do.
Have him put away.
(Well wouldn’t you?)