Nightmares

the darkness in which
we are encased
bleeds through and
feeds the demons
we thought
we had under control;

evil spirits coil
through us like snakes
looking for prey,
stopping to rest when
satiated;
smoke-filled shadows
peer around the corners
hiding and hoping
to secure favors from
one's feminine side;
daylight shatters illusions
the beget are begotten...
platinum plates are served
with fresh fruits and cheese.

16Sept14