the last meal

the governor
calls and says that
your execution
is stayed
until further
notice. you look
at your bulging
stomach
stuffed with food
from your so
called last
meal. turkey
and gravy,
mashed potatoes.
green beans
and biscuits.
butter and milk.
two servings
of cherry pie.
you shake your
head and worry.
how will you ever
get this weight off
if they find
you innocent
and put you back
into the crowd.