I can tell my DNA has been south
For a long time now.
I barely notice when someone I love
Says, "Masstoooooshetts," anymore.

But somewhere deeper than cognition
Is a me that craves lobster roll
And cracker dressing
And mincemeat pie.
Yes, my Massachusetts side is
Bigger than Dallas,
But my Texas side is bigger than Pakistan,  (Y'all)...

-jenn