Who Elses Could She Dance To

She dances to her own tune they told me.
Of course, I replied.
Who else’s could she possibly dance to?

They stared at me.
But stopped talking.
Which is what I hoped would happen.
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Hankins Avatar
August 10, 2022 at 8:14 AM
That is an especially good comeback, Caren. It served its purpose well.
Krutsinger Avatar
August 10, 2022 at 11:33 AM
Thank you Hank. Silence is often my best comeback.
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