1. Set up a lunch
So, Tuesday comes obedient
After the furious ravage set
Of holed ceilings and empty
Monday would not forget.
Where artificial owls frighten
Would-be jumpers off
2. Prepare
Out placemats! Out flatware
And china! Wind slow
The newly whetted road
Is what the older woman knows
Even if you've eaten
Eat again.
3. Have a lunch
A half lunch, with ready
Minds set and spinning
One course, two courses.
An aperitif. This meal
Will lead to divorces.
An appetizer, entree—
