Man On the Street

I’m shrink-wrapped
in my own skin, packed tight
as tuna in a tin.

If you cut me
I would seep
like sap on a tree trunk.

No one would weep if I went
from here, not one would miss me.
No one to cuddle or kiss me.
Don’t worry. Sleep tight.
I'll be alright.


Tony Mckeown


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