Yesterday
I found out
a newt is my son
I didn’t expect to adopt so soon
You invited a lizard
into our bed last night
that’s my fault
There’s cardboard on our tree
and black sand in the kitchen
the sanctuary we’ve made here
is just that
but
I’m preparing for my comic career
and you’re requesting
to move in with the witches
Silvana Smith is a visual artist and writer from Jacksonville, Florida. She recently graduated from The University of North Florida and has been published in Folio. Cats, insects and tea bring her happiness. You can find her on Instagram as @eggexplorer