watch
how the flame moves
how the colors blend melt jump.
the wick burns sparks white
the body browns and shortens
works its way
consuming alcohol
in order to survive
the end of the bottle means death
life ripped from the earth
inhale oxygen
releasing ash to coat walls
in the night
all attention focuses on the flame
but the day arrives
and the fish tank becomes bigger
the flame doesn't flinch
it dances close to the earth
ignites everything
rivals the sun
and tags the sky with signals.
