HOW TO PEEL A PERSON

The classic winter crop of persons
comes to market with typical
hard shell.  Choosing fresh one 
hold near open fire till warm.
Crack in vital places, slowly
kissing eyes, back of neck,
insides of elbows, palms of hands,
area over heart.

With arms around torso
gently squeeze till uniformly cracked.
Shell is easily removed
at this point.  Person will not need
reheating.  Breathing will be heavy,
eyes misty.  To insure tenderness
restrain impetuous appetite.

			Lucille Murphy