hemlock

we love stuff
optomism and conviction
jewelry and lipstick
handbags filled with
doughnuts and lsd

after the conclusion
the cringe moment
captured on canvas
in real life

they look like they
eat each other for snacks

dinner is served
unwrap the plastic
season the hologram

dance to the music
make the appearance
frame the silence
a fresh breath kiss
laced with
the killing herb