Gossip

For one mostly devoid of vice
I derive great pleasure in knowing
who is naughty and who is nice
have no fear, discretion is ongoing.

I no longer drug or drink
so excitement can be spare
I'm happy to play shrink
and be an attentive ear.

After losing all social drama
there's a void left for spectacle
vicarious the modus operandi
either real or uncredible.

At times I miss emotional theatrics
the thump and hiss of turmoil
but it is enough, periodic secrets
to be apart but not embroiled.