The life of gas

The life of gas


The blue flame burst out on the steel wall

Sticky ash adhered like glue

something wants to be barbecued

To be prepared and then eaten


Blue flames multiply awaiting a meal

shimmering ghosts clinging to the steel

longing to splatter fat

distorting the air


Desire for cooking meat outdoors

Scattering blue whisps gas pours

emptying the big metal canaster

until it starts puffing and panting


finally spluttering out for good