Small orchard of lemons and limes hung
from branches of topiary trees
in oval office of mortician
known for the company he keeps
who never questioned his handy work
when guests are given face lifts,
complimentary body contours to remove
any unwanted build up after rigor mortis
was reduced by half in most areas.
Formaldehyde cocktails with curly straws
sedated any sediment in veins,
he passed through each person
without them fully aware.
Called himself the Cruise Director-
of his own ship
and slipped them all mickeys
during 'Disco Night'
with ball overhead, turned on
to blind the unsuspecting.
'Saturday Night Fever' filled the room
as last autopsy for the evening
got under way.
Air freshener goody bag dispersed-
cavity filled with potpourri prepared
from an assortment of freeze dried
lemons and limes.



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