there's no room at the inn

with purpose

i disposed of the bed in the guest

room

years ago.

there's nothing

for someone

to lie

on and spend the night

except for the floor.

the couch

is too narrow and hard

and slippery

because of

the Corinthian leather,

the one in the basement

is too.

i have no extra

sheets or pillows,

there's no extra towels,

or toothbrushes lying

around.

i've made it as uncomfortable

as possible

for someone

to be an overnight guest.

i keep the thermostat on cold

and there's not

a pretzel bag to be

found.

there is no room

at the inn

anymore.

i can suggest a nice hotel up

the street though.

i'll send you

directions

from my phone.