The Fox

Dancing flame against
rows of silent stones,
a red fox sets the
tombstone garden ablaze.

Stopping once,
where earth absorbed
my tears.

A sign from my son?
Hair at birth bright as
a new copper penny.

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About the Author

Elaine McMilian lives and writes in Kansas City, Missouri. A graduate of The University of Missouri-Kansas City, she is also a musician with a long performance career. Her writing is an ongoing journey of learning, sharing experiences, and connecting with others. You can find her original music albums, “Insomnia” and “The Messenger,” online, as well as her Substack, “And Something More,” and her recently published book of poetry, “Copper and Other Precious Metals,” in which “The Fox” appears.