Jan 6, 2004 | Dear Ladies and Gentlespoons

I come before you
to stand behind you
And tell you something
I know nothing about

Next Thursday,
which is Good Friday,
there will be a Mothers meeting,
for Fathers only.

Wear your best clothes
if you haven't any,
and if you can come,
please stay at home.

Admission's free
pay at the door.
Take a seat
and sit on the floor.

It makes no difference
where you sit
The man in the gallery's
sure to spit.

Also written on this day..

• 2012: The new urban landscape
• 2009: A Frugal Guide to New York City
• 2004: Beware the Jabberwock, my son!