The Ugly Spoon

in my kitchen

I have my favorite

forks, spoons and knives

as well as bowls and plates

I am not happy

if my food is served

without these items,

but in the kitchen

when I am cooking

I will use an ugly spoon

a fork with a too light

or too heavy handle

I have found

they stir and prod

in a serviceable manner

and sometimes I wonder

why I cannot accept them

at the table.

The Ugly Spoon

in my kitchen

I have my favorite

forks, spoons and knives

as well as bowls and plates

I am not happy

if my food is served

without these items,

but in the kitchen

when I am cooking

I will use an ugly spoon

a fork with a too light

or too heavy handle

I have found

they stir and prod

in a serviceable manner

and sometimes I wonder

why I cannot accept them

at the table.