don’t start with me today

They clap and applauded after the speech,

Denoting appreciation.

The deadpan faces a dead give-away;

They were oblivious.

I suppose it’s important to note,

Not a hint of gratitude emerges while they’re sucking down the free shrimp at the bar.

They complain about the temperature,

Completely ignoring the igloos that

helped humanity survive the last ice age.

How cold is that drink ya got?

Hmm, wouldn’t want condensation to get all over the table.

Put a coaster on it

And roll. . . .