Singular Fish

fish

THE SINGLE FISH THAT IS DIFFERENT dives straight down out of the emergent school of fish balled up for protection from the dolphins and diving birds . . . the rest, presumably die, as the notable fish rushes toward the safe, rocky nook that swallows it . [Hidden] . You rock fish .

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Wheat

Wheat

In morning East,
Einkorn and emmer
Answer the rain,
Like wicks in wax—
Staffs of cereal grain .

Wheat from the chaff
Beaten from grass stacks
Of golden harvest horn :
Ground and kneaded .

Bread

The twigs & sticks
In the mix, simmer;
Rounded by yeast .

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Adults Talking

FireBall

ONE UNCLOUDED, BREEZY NIGHT, I stand with my Dad and the preacher . I cannot recall a single word spoken, only the solace of inclusion : adults talking ; I remain quiet to spare dismissal . Somehow, the scene feels uncanny . Just then, a huge fireball blazes across the sky .

   —Only I bear witness .

ShootingStar

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An Emergency Sock

Sock

THE SOCK LIES UNCOMFORTABLY IN THE DRAWER — an emergency sock : a last resort if all the younger socks are soiled . There was a time past when he had a companion, together in the drawer and hamper ; when parted, they caught glimpses of each other, swinging through the city, peaking under pant hems . She passed years ago ; he was alone, with only the rare warmth of the Master for comfort .

   Though still wearing away, the process has slowed, the outings and washings so rare these days . However, even in the sheltered drawer the process of withering continues . Union with her draws nigh .

SockDrawer

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