Twisted bone of fashioned walnut, Tethered together with string. Wrap this little wicker-man tight as sinew, Dangle him kicking over a sting. Stoke the fire with fork of cedar, Bring the blood to boil. Add a wanderer's hair for a pinch, When moon has grown too full. Rake his frame across the yew, Then drop … Continue reading Bone Glass Spell- Michael Erickson
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The VVitch Amelia- Michael Erickson
Threaded am I, Part of a greater fabric twisting this world together. Hands of death weave me between strands of life. A tool in the grip of a master, Child's play for an eternal Queen. A Queen that waits for no man, But only for the soft whispering of Gaia herself. As do I beneath … Continue reading The VVitch Amelia- Michael Erickson
Where Came We- Michael Erickson
Where came we upon this broken road? Stumbling along lead by a forgotten tune was I. Running scared were you leaving the rest behind. Our hands were bare yet covered in blood, And we both knew the hunger in one another's eyes. That hunger drove us to feast, Between cracking bones and howling lungs we … Continue reading Where Came We- Michael Erickson
Criss Crossed- Michael Erickson
Criss crossed is the path with shade, Cooling me from this summer ease. I feel elation at the rising cold, As it burns out in the sunlight. "No yet," I whisper with a smile, "it's not your turn to enter this stage." Yet persist you do upon this languid painted scene, Sky so blue, clouds … Continue reading Criss Crossed- Michael Erickson
A Glowing Brand- Michael Erickson
Bind me to this weathered wood, With your words of honeyed spite. Your wrath is kindled stack up high, Beneath my begging knees. With your mouth you sew resentment, Guised in support and love quite feigned. A knife in the dark glistens near, Waiting for my mind to rise. You are an expansive spider, With … Continue reading A Glowing Brand- Michael Erickson
With Me- Michael Erickson
Dear one I am here, With arms open wide to embrace the rushing dark. Ears willing to listen and heart open to understand, I wish to take your trembling hands. Know that you matter to me an utter stranger, I live to help you find your place. As one who has stood upon that darkening … Continue reading With Me- Michael Erickson
Clarity Once Lost- Michael Erickson
I lost sight of you, Across the glare of yon setting sun. Too often I'd step into a room, Only to see your frame disappear through a doorway. I know now you did not seek me ill will, Pettiness is far beneath your boisterous mind. But I fell away, As a leaf taken in an … Continue reading Clarity Once Lost- Michael Erickson
Water Window- Michael Erickson
Gliding across a water window, Do you see the gate? Where earth and sky begin to blur. Dip a hand and feel the shift, Can you feel the wind? Eyes fill with light and tears drawing us in. Now hold your breath and squeeze eyes shut, Are you listening to the universe open? Every sense … Continue reading Water Window- Michael Erickson
Secret Cabin- Michael Erickson
Run fleet-footed with wings of light, Take me from this tortured sight. Away from these prying eyes so dark, Spring forth my body as a lark. I wish to be free from modern bonds so tight, And forget this empty pointless plight. Let me feel the setting sun so warm, As earth cradles my traveling … Continue reading Secret Cabin- Michael Erickson
August Richness- Michael Erickson
Come taste the richness of August, Upon lips of caramelized honey. Here we forget the aging apples, Hanging in their orchard rows. The sun may be setting, But day's heat lingers on. So feast upon baked cakes, Glistening with mounting spoils. Forget your worn feet, And weary heart. Now is the time to breathe life … Continue reading August Richness- Michael Erickson
