we need more fun

as i try to scrape

paint

and caulk off my

hands and face,

i over

hear the women at the round

table

outside

at the coffee shop

at lunch.

it's mostly

talk

about alimony

and child support.

day care,

and spas.

getting their nails done.

their hair,

should we go more blonde?

they may be going

to a spin class 

later after

yoga,

and a cake class at

the community center.

don't forget

the book club

is tonight,

and it's your birthday

month,

so let's do something fun

together.

we need more

fun.