This piece was inspired by a girlfriend of mine who matched with a man who was somewhat lacklustre in person.

Baggy t-shirt and basketball shorts that can hide multiple children under them,
Eyes carrying bags more expensive than a Himalayan Birkin,
All while you avoid looking at me while I am seated at the table behind you.

An online presence suggests skin that gleams like bronze under sunlight,
You standing shoulder to shoulder with other members of the race of men,
Eyes obscured by shiny sunglasses whose shapes are honestly doing my head in.

Seated at the table by you is your handsome brother,
And boy does he deliver where you have shortcomings,
Penetrating my soul with a deep gaze,
I certainly know that my dalliance with you was certainly a phase.

Skin that shines like polished gold, and a face that can launch a thousand ships,
How is it that both of you have the same mother and father?
Dressed in a button-down that shows some level of decorum,
All while you have the look of a homeless man in a forum.

Your response to my DMs leaves wanting for another,
Calling me random when I have opportunities that can enrich your coffers,
Yet you refuse to look me in the eye despite my offer.

***, dusty, and musty come to mind,
Despite a profile that gleams and has lots of shine,
Sandals so worn that they make your bare feet look less ashy,
Hunched over your breakfast like you are some Siberian husky.

Your brother’s relationship status comes to mind,
Is he single, is he taken, and when will he be mine?
He was eyeing me like a prized possession,
Oh, do be a dear, and bring us the brother.