by Marshall Begel

“Older Women Are in Demand by Younger Men”
—The New York Times

The dating scene with girls my age has left me less than awed,
so now this lonely Harold is out searching for his Maude.
I’ve wasted weekends kayaking and skiing far too long,
while yearning to play pickleball and merciless mahjong.

My generation’s virtues are as fake as Santa Claus—
I need a gal with wisdom that appears post-menopause.
If this is you, please message me—we’ve plenty to discuss,
and if you’re rich and close to death, that’s certainly a plus!