XCVIII

Five dollar footlong.

Each side different toppings.

Pretend I've a wife.

XCVII

Holiday shopping.
Each year becomes easier.
Each year's list, shorter.

XCV

Christmas time is near.
Not allowed near mistletoe.
Way to bathroom blocked.

XCIV

Knuckle sandwiches.
Someday I'll get to taste one.
Not punched in the face.

XCIII

Picked up hitchhiker.

Seemed like a really nice guy.

"Sure, I'll let you drive."

XCII

Food vending machines.

Service in exchange for cash.

Just like a real friend.

XCI

Dinner plans with mom.

Dining at her favorite place.

Wish she'd tell me where.