Six Feet Under: By Charlie Bessette

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    Six Feet Under

    Two nights ago, they were here-
    bodies clothed in dirt-
    reeking of six feet under.
    A dark cloud escapes
    the sulphurous haze
    in which each drop of rain is
    unpalatable, and the house that you see
    cowering- the one with the cream
    colored shutters, and that old-time
    tire swing is still for sale.
    Their faces melt
    as a red hue paints the horizon
    and I envy their last words
    that seem to keep the feeling of
    insanity untouched, as the linoleum
    caresses my skin, eyes not able
    to escape the mirror
    that reflects anger.

    This poem is in memory of both my grandparents...
     
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