How to Stop Being Broke
by Ruth Bavetta


Graze far away from the fence.
When you’re approached, shy away,
snort, roll your eyes. Ignore the carrots,
the oats, the strokes, the sugar.
Especially the sugar. Sugar
is what gets you in trouble
every time.






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