what knives want

April 22, 2011 at 5:11 pm (possession by spirits)

Sharp knives in the kitchen drawer. Snicker snack. They sing in high voices, crimson and silver. I have my hand on the drawer, my back pressed against my hand.

I want what knives want.

His trainers are luminous white, and his fists are white, too; the bones of his knuckles push against his skin. He steps towards me, fists roaring, eyes wide.

Knives sing in sharp harmonies, a metal symphony, a chorus of desire. Open the drawer and out they will fly, up over our heads, to rain down upon us in a piercing storm.

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2 Comments

  1. Reno said,

    I always feel like I’ve been given a piece of candy when you post something. Your writing is so refreshing for me to read! I especially like the final paragraph.

  2. thebeardedlady said,

    Hi Reno! Thanks very much :)

    I’m trying to get back into the habit of posting these more often, but life is always busy these days…

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