They and Their
by Suzu Grant
May 30, 2007
They and their plain bags with the store's name boldly
but silently broadcasting their exclusive club membership.
They and their high heels click, click, clicking self-importantly,
persistently proclaiming "I AM HERE and I AM SPECIAL!"
They and their perfect hair that, as a Palace Guard standing at attention,
resists all temptation to fall out of line,
whether it be styled to exude cold professionalism,
or into a facade of hip casualness.
They and their sideways glances for split-second once-overs.
They think I can't see the contempt flitting across their faces,
and, at times, their curiosity at how
ANYONE can be so uncouth.
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