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These Are the Knives

Some lay in the drawer still
collected since childhood
renowned at the table
our memories our irons.

The two pronged fork
with the yellow bone handle
articulated little arm
for catching the grill.

And these are the spoons
and all the bright silvers
that clanked in the day
from breakfast to tea.

These wedding gifts
still shining and worn.


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  1. Date: 9/26/2012 1:57:00 PM

    when inanimate objects become as part of the family with our memories so happily laced, sounds thoughts and blurs entwine, to gather so many smiles... this is a truly beautiful write, which i (adore) as i have personal affections to some cutlery from my youth which i now treasure...its never the diamonds which give reflection, stainless steel and silverware, seem far more valuable

    Walsh Avatar Mike Walsh Date: 4/17/2013 5:09:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Not been around for a while....thanks Karen and I agree...cheers ...Mike
  1. Date: 6/25/2012 6:53:00 PM

    Reminiscent of Billy Collins' work. You invest the silverware with a life of its own. We are privileged to be at this scene, invited onlookers at a private ceremony. Very well done, Mike. Cheers, Keith

    Walsh Avatar Mike Walsh Date: 7/5/2012 12:14:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Keith ...styled loosely around one of my favourites of D.T......Knit The Needles And The Knives...and now (as usual and without complaint) I learn that I should read Billy Collins...my dear poet my friend...I have lead a very sheltered life. God bless...Mike