Keeping the peace

Susannah ices chocolate cake
white frosting
crumbs (almost) blended
a smooth, pristine surface
small divits, bumps
giving notice that the foundation
is not quite secure

a wide dull blade
smears layers of whiteness
over the smudges
layers of richness
with floured edges
crumbling under the pressure
of the icing
the knife

lopsided pink roses
beautifully sprinkled
strategic placement
each hiding a flaw

Savannah slices the cake
slides perfectly portioned sections
onto clean white plates
tucking the crumbled piece
under more icing

so proficient
at hiding flaws
with bits of spun sugar lies