Key to the Midway

It's okay. Run away, join
the circus. Help lift the big top,
high enough to smother the stars.

A job for every talent.
Bend your legs behind
your head and become the
Amazing Rubber Lady. Astound

with feats of bravery: Knife Throwers Assistant,
High Wire Walker, Human Cannon Ball.
You've come this far, don't be afraid
to lose it all now.

Take stock, look around your
room full of this heavy old life.
Shed these artifacts of identity
like snake skin. Inspiration! Tattoo

your whole body and become inhuman,
The Amazing Snake Woman. Shock
your old friends as you slither across
the stage floor. They can see the marvelous

now! Travel like a gypsy. Shred
those old button down shirts and
wrap yourself like a sari.
Become every nation and none.

What are you waiting for? Your sheets
are tied end to end, they'll hold your weight
as you slip out the window. The circus is
only in town this last day. The clock

chimes loud as Grand Masters Whistle,
announcing your new act,
the Incredible, Astounding, Never Before Seen;
Come one, Come all, Just one nickel per customer
to see something utterly unique, spectacularly singular!
Don't miss out! Your last chance to be amazed! A once in
a lifetime event, prepare to be amazed, prepare!