Finish your glass of water.
The belt comes off, then
the bra. You will begin
to sweat, saliva will pool
on your tongue like
a baptism. You will become
aware of your body
as a collection
of sloshing liquids. You will
become aware of each face
at the table, set
in your direction, blank
with unclear concern.
Excuse yourself
from their gaze.
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Ashley Wagner (she/her) is the poetry editor for Ligeia Magazine. Her debut chapbook, EAST COAST BLUES, is out now with Bottlecap Press. You can find more of her work at ashleywagnerpoetry.com.