attempts to explain the symbolism of the rite also must negotiate the illogical placement of the coin in the mouth

when i see you working in that bar
whose name i mispronounce on purpose
i see you in short dresses
and in my large blue eyes.

you say;
'what'll it be tonight, sugar?'

i want to push coins
into your tiny lipstick-slick mouth.

i will do this to remind you what money means.

i will call it a tip.