The Hostess

The hostess asked to see their proof
That they’d received vaccines,
For New York law requires it
In their pre-seating screens.

The women, Texas tourists,
In a mean, entitled rage,
Thought that violent behavior 
Was the best way to engage.

The three attacked the hostess,
In a frenzy, caught on tape,
And without some intervention,
She’d have not made her escape.

The police were called, arrests were made;
They’ll have to show in court,
But outrage was the one response 
Each newscast did report.

To dine indoors, obey the rules;
For anyone who won’t, 
The penalty should be so stiff
It might stop those who don’t.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
September 21, 2021 at 9:40 PM
I hope this is a fabrication "The three attacked the hostess, In a frenzy, caught on tape," but I am beginning to doubt that it is.
Leffanta Avatar
September 19, 2021 at 10:48 AM
I thought you were writing about cupcakes, not fruitcakes! Why not just ban Texans from NYC?
Leffanta Avatar
September 20, 2021 at 11:15 AM
I suspect the Taliban learnt how easy it is to spread ignorance from Texans . . . ..
Bauer Avatar
September 19, 2021 at 12:06 PM
Ha! A perfect comment and solution, Rico!
Conn Avatar
September 18, 2021 at 2:03 PM
Swap "might stop" in the last line for ... may incarcerate? Great poem to post on restaurant websites and restaurant doors. $$$$$
Bauer Avatar
September 19, 2021 at 12:07 PM
Thank you for reading and commenting, Chris! Much appreciated…
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