An Ant's Final Act by Melody Wang
I had killed dozens of them weeks ago
when they had swarmed in overnight, it seemed
this one clings to me now with its tiny pincers
I pinch it off, fling it down the sink,
watch the swirling water
carry it away
I think
the darkness
becomes you
or perhaps
a great purpose
was fulfilled
if only for a moment
Melody Wang currently resides in sunny Southern California with her dear husband. In her free time, she dabbles in piano composition and also enjoys hiking, baking, and playing with her dogs. She can be found on Twitter @MelodyOfMusings.