– Are you sure this is the place?
– It’s the place.
– There’s not many people here.
– Three is a good round number.
– I know that bloke over there. I’ve seen him about. He picks up fag ends off the pavement and puts them in his pocket.
– He’s probably saving them for later.
– You’re sure this is the place?
– I’m sure.
– Tell me again. Why are we here?
– To broaden our horizons.
– You’re sure this is the place? Fag end guy just left.
– It’s the place.
– What a pity.
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BIPPETY AND BOPPETY AT A POETRY READING
– What did she say?
– She said not to think about what the words mean but to listen to their music.
– I can’t understand half of what she’s saying.
– Just listen to the music of the words.
– How? If I can’t make out the words how can I listen to their music?
– I must admit her diction could be clearer.
– Perhaps her dentures are loose.
– Shush. I’m trying to listen.
– I think fag end guy had the right idea.
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BIPPETY AND BOPPETY WALK HOME AFTER A POETRY READING
– I have to admit I found that rather disappointing.
– You’re sure that was the right place?
– Pretty sure. Anyway, I think it’s fair to say we shan’t be doing that again in a hurry.
– Oh look. There’s fag end guy. He looks happy.
– Do you fancy a drink?
– Fuck yeah. Double Scotch. In fact, make it a Treble.
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Martin Stannard
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