A Haunted House

For purchasing a new house, I rejoice,
Yet always hear a faint, unearthly voice.
"Is it a ghost—or spirits?" I ponder,
And tremble with fear as my thoughts wander.

Doors creak shut, then unlock, then close again;
A wild wind hurls a window from its pane.
A whisper sighs, "This once belonged to me,"
Then thunders forth, "Hand over now the key!"

A sudden chill sweeps my feet off the grounds;
My trembling soul spins in unearthly rounds.
I'm bound within the monster's cold, dark reins—
My spirit flees, a soulless shell remains.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Kitchin Avatar
November 10, 2025 at 12:04 PM
MacLawrence, congratulations on your first place win with your spooky haunted poem.
Famuyiwa Avatar
November 10, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Thanks for hosting the contest. I appreciate the placement.
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