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Young buffo lip-syncer
seeks any woman at all who
can write passable lyrics for his songs.

Must have read Anna Karenina
and remember nothing.

Must applaud him on cue.

Must be looking for work,
but only in the mornings.

Must recite recipes for
cakes. (if possible)

May iron naked, if she likes.

Watermelon juice must run down to her elbows
when she raises her arms
to wrap them round his neck
or to slap his face.