Wanted: friendly, companionably reclusive, socially unacceptable, alcoholically abstemious, tirelessly talkative, zealously unzealous, spiritually intense, minimally turquoise, maximally ecstatic moon, seeks moth or moths with similar qualities for purposes of telephonic seduction, Tristanesque trip-taking, and perma- nent flame-fluttering. No photos required, financial status immaterial, all ages and non-competitive vocations considered. Applicants should furnish sets of sample conversation with notarized certification of marital disin- clination, references re: low decibel vocal consistency, itinerary and sample receipts from previous successfully completed out-of-town moth flights. All submissions treated confidentially…
Glenn Gould, a personal ad found in his effects after he died. It’s unclear whether he ever placed it.