DATES (a.k.a. A Bit of Bitter Verse Inspired by Local Events but Probably Not the One You Expect)

She took me to a town crier competition.

The bells and the 'hear ye's

drowned out the harsh words.

She took me to an impersonator concert.

We pretended to be

better people, off-stage.

She took me to a demolition derby.

We saw everything crushed

and the wheels stop spinning.

We did have fun.

Some.