Lightly Used Loneliness for Rent from the Owner

Look, my loneliness is unlike anyone else’s: it’s been used very little, kept clean, and has a noble beauty in its soul. I’m not saying that just because it’s mine—it won’t hurt you, break you, or turn your life upside down. If you’re wondering what the rent is, one simit will do. My star and I will share it and toss it to the seagulls on our first date. But don’t think you can start out renting it and then make it entirely your own; who knows what will become of me, and besides, we’ll have to see whether this star is here to stay.