Intermission

Intermission – get on line,
Which mostly seems to crawl,
Just to have the pleasure of
Two minutes in the stall.

Do your business, wash your hands
And climb two flights of stairs,
Then squeeze past people who won’t move
And fix you with their glares.

Broadway shows are special treats
But will be better when
The aisles and women’s restrooms
Aren’t blueprinted by men!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Duggan Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 8:07 PM
Lovely write Ilene, yes I know exactly what you mean, that is probably one reason many people don't frequent these place and there is nothing worse than cueing up and dying to go LoL..........Take care my friend...........Vera............
Johnson Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 8:21 AM
Would you like us to build you a long trough where you can squat. :) Sorry for the graphic image. :) Just trying to help. :)
Bauer Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 3:34 PM
i actually had that same thought, but it isn't quite as easy for us as it is for you males...
Callus Avatar
June 5, 2014 at 3:28 AM
Well, you have to give me the benefit of the doubt...never been in a ladies' room, but I expect you're right re most points mentioned...although I've heard of female architects! enjoyed the read:) // paul
Bauer Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 3:35 PM
ha! i'm sure there are female architects but i'd guarantee that if they designed a public restroom, it would be better equipped than the ones i've been to! thanks for reading...
Murphy Avatar
June 4, 2014 at 9:18 PM
Very nice and insightful write. I love the way you invite readers in for a night out, tres leches for dessert or the frustration brought on while waiting for unanswered texts. Thank you for sharing.
Bauer Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 3:36 PM
thank you for accepting my invitations and having a peek into my world. i appreciate it!
Dietrich Avatar
June 4, 2014 at 8:17 PM
Yes,. yes, a poem that is VERY True. WEll, I have never been lucky enough to get to see Broadway from inside (I only walked down it on my one trip to NYC) but if it is like in sports stadiums and every other place on God's green earth where men have installed restrooms for females, it is the truth!
Bauer Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 3:38 PM
i know that any female would totally understand this situation! thanks for reading and commenting...
Gulley Avatar
June 4, 2014 at 7:27 PM
I really like this a lot.
Bauer Avatar
June 6, 2014 at 3:38 PM
thank you, sharon! i appreciate the comment...
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