By the time we reached Dubrovnik
We didn’t even like each other
But separately we looked amazing
We could have had anyone we wanted
You could have taken that waiter
With the narrow waist and perfect bottom
I could have joined the woman
He was serving at the table
Opposite the fountain on the Stradun
Wearing mirrored shades and pouting
I bet she wears silk knickers
She’s about to light a cigarette
While acting bored
For the benefit of everyone
I could be her entertainment
Have you seen me juggle
Three oranges and an apple
Four chihuahuas and a sprocket
I’m a fan of women’s poetry
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Steven Taylor
Picture Nick Victor
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