Barrel Bulge
After things do not go well with the drummer,
I accept an invitation to shoot clays with Quail Forever.
After my online match misfires his smooching goals,
I fire a shell with no powder through my shotgun.
After such an exciting flurry of texts in the bumble app,
he fails to check his barrel and simply shoots again.
After an amazing home made strawberry soda,
his tone widens at the point of my obstruction.
After a firm boundary is clearly crossed,
not even a calm word will stop his expansion.
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wow i love how much is going on here!
Match misfires his smooching goals! Loved this inside glimpse of online dating!
This was a very entertaining read!
Not sure what happened here—what boundary was crossed—but love the metaphor. Very creative.
I really like the idea that he just takes his shot without checking the barrel is clear, and then takes his shot with the narrator that doesn’t go well. I also very much like the voice of this piece!
Girl be sure to check that barrel next time.
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