How A Man Moves
Good shot son
well done!
That’s a fine looking buck.
The family is going
to eat well
this winter.
Thanks to you
and this animal.
Take the knife
you’ve watched me do this
time for you to cut.
Before you start
thank
the animal.
Make the first cut.
You have to be sure-handed,
true with the blade,
crotch to sternum.
Not so deep that it’s spoiled.
You need everything.
That knife was my father’s
now it’s yours
for what you did here today.
The handle is worn-in
fits the hand perfectly
while it works.
Learn
how to cut
strong,
but not too strong.
Never force
the knife.
The best stroke
is patient,
smooth and precise.
That’s how
a man moves
when he knows his business.
Well done, son.
I’ll help you with the saw.
© Patrick O’Neill 2010. All rights reserved
