cold winter morn
hearth flames crackle
breakfast simmers
impish twitters
soft tug draws attention
fire left untended
vaporous sprites
reel across steaming pot
porridge burned
(Originally published in Aoife’s Kiss, Issue 43, December 201.)
https://azurelionproductions.blogspot.com/2014/01/pixies-in-porridge-published-version.html
Formerly a laboratory technician-turned-home-educator, Richard H. Fay now spends his days writing and creating art. He often draws inspiration from history, myth, folklore, and legend. Many of the fruits of Richard’s creative labors have appeared in various e-zines, print magazines, and anthologies. Merchandise featuring Richard’s artworks and designs sell internationally through several online print-on-demand stores.
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