McDonald’s

 

Twice I’ve been to McDonald’s in the last week

Each time to purchase a meal

Not really a wild concept I know

But neither meal was for me

 

It’s been the same McDonald’s

On Walnut at 17th

An urban store

With a gritty feel

 

Fast food moves kind of slow there

But both of my visits have been late

Near closing time

When the crew is just trying to wrap

 

That aside I was still able

To get a Big Mac

Two all beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese

Pickles, onions on sesame seed bun

Remember that one?

 

Well my guest for each of these meals

Was someone who was hungry

Someone who asked if I’d buy them some food

 

Not can I have some money

A nickel, a dollar or a dime

But rather would you please buy me some food

I’m hungry

 

Now I can’t solve the world’s problems

And I surely can’t feed all those that are in need

But there are two people

Who at least for a night

Had an All American Meal

 

A Big Mac and a drink

And they each said thank you.