at the movies with tiny tank

we found two center

seats

halfway up the aisle,

perfect for viewing

and stretching out.

early birds

we were.

it was

a double feature,

so we bought the big box

of popcorn,

the large

soda

with two straws.

two boxes of candy,

her choice being

dark chocolate

with almonds.

red Twizzlers for me.

something

to gnaw on

and get stuck in my teeth.

would we

make it

through both movies,

plus the intermission

and previews

without

making the whole row

rise up

to let us pass,

when we had to pee?

i made it.

she didn't.

twice she had to go.

tiny tank tiny tank the row

called her,

as she stood up

for number three.