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the amber glow

Draining the smoke
charring the insides
I relish the moments spent with
a fool for company!

The fingers tremble and dance
the amber comes closer
and words begin to flow.
The knock is silenced

Ash flickers beautifully
Amber & grey
Amber & grey

I cradle it like a baby
and smother myself.

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