Daggers

Knives which cut through 
    the turgid atmosphere
 Arrayed on our shelf 
     like bowling pins in an 
alley
      Long forgotten quarrels
have left their mark
    on the terrain
and on we(ourselves)
     The deepening red 
of an autumn sun
   Pours through my window 
like a fox
      searching for its prey
      The daggers tempt us
We are left 
      alone with them
Our sorrow runs through 
    the afternoon
On into the evening
  When the light fades
we turn towards the 
   shining knives
   Take hold of one
Slice the night in two!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Adeite Avatar
January 8, 2010 at 9:31 AM
Congrats on your wonderful poem making it through the first round, keep your powerful pen writing… excellent you! Your friend in poetry Adeleke
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January 5, 2010 at 5:56 AM
Congratulations Matthew, You have made it through the first round of judging for Poetrysoup October 13, 2009 poetry contest with your poem "Daggers". 2009 was a successful year of poetry for you. I come, now, wishing you continued success in your writing endeavors throughout 2010 and for many years to come. God be with you. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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December 22, 2009 at 9:07 AM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor and the best to you in the finals Matthew. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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December 21, 2009 at 2:00 PM
congrad's a well deserved win! Light & Love
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December 21, 2009 at 11:56 AM
Dear Matthew, Congratulations! And best wishes in advancing to the final round. Love, Lainie
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December 21, 2009 at 8:13 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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December 20, 2009 at 5:27 PM
Another honor for this poem. Congratulations on having this poem make it to the finals. Good luck in the next round. Karen
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December 20, 2009 at 1:38 PM
Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Matthew! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
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December 20, 2009 at 9:25 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
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December 10, 2009 at 4:38 AM
Powerful write..loved the "fox"...hope all is well. Light & Love
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December 9, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Many congrats on your featured poem this week. Rgds Janette
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December 9, 2009 at 2:45 AM
Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. A. W. Nutter
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December 8, 2009 at 5:41 PM
Vivid imagery for a thought provoking poem. The emotion comes through your words. Congratulations on having your poem featured. I wish you continued success with your writing. Karen
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December 8, 2009 at 4:55 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week Matthew. May you have many more. Love, Carol
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December 7, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Congratulations on your poem being featured >> James
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December 7, 2009 at 12:11 AM
Congrats on your featured poem! ***Danielle***
Guzzi Avatar
June 15, 2009 at 4:42 PM
fantastic symbolizm...shhhhh..check the contest winners Baby! shhhhhh Light & Love
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May 30, 2009 at 7:02 AM
Brilliant Matthew. I know those daggers well myself. Love, Shar
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May 30, 2009 at 3:34 AM
I know this red poem very well, and it hurts, that pain. well written, love, Kristin
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May 29, 2009 at 6:08 PM
The remorse over "long forgotten quarrels" can cut like a "dagger," Matthew. And the more time we spend alone with these regrets, the worse we feel. Very touching write, Matthew! Love, Carolyn
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