I’m getting ready to go out and dine
with fine company
to enjoy some new cuisine and wine
and camaraderie.

I’m showered and I’m clean
but I’m leaving the beard.
Would it be OK to wear some jeans
or would that be too weird?

I researched the venue
and found out the address
and I’m dreaming of the menu
with impatient eagerness.

Now all that’s left to do is wait
until it’s time for my dinner date.