we are all ex-lovers

you've all seen the film
a razor slicing into an eyeball
the opening shot
one of the most memorable in cinematic history
i have not seen it for a year
although it is a favorite scene
when i am about to sit down for a meal
with several of my closest friends
Atom Heart Mother is the music we hear
while the mashed potatoes are still warm
and the wine a sweet red
gone before the tea is served
i have no time to spare
with all the innocent bodies
chilling in the morgue
so i rush to wash and dry the dishes
all my friends have the same desire
nobody knows what we are up to.