Notes About The Poem

Halloween is a modern sonnet in nonasyllabic meter and Clerihew Rhyme written in 102 words.

Image by me, silhouette of Halloween.

Halloween

Halloween Beneath the moon and the stars so bright, hideous creatures born of the night. Their screams of horror and wailing fear, for we are coming and we are here. These fleeting spirits take dark winged flight, calling to the heavens spreading fright. They are ghosts, goblins, banshees, and more, hordes will come and pound upon your door. And if you dare to open it wide, welcome these spirits to step inside. With bags held open each girl and boy, chime trick or treat with smiles filled with joy. All hallows eve has come it is here, with children laughing and children’s cheer. By Josehf Lloyd Murchison
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Warlov Avatar
October 25, 2024 at 5:41 AM
". . . And If you dare to open it wide" ~ and the pittance we adults give compared to the unequaled beauty and charm we receive from those little painted smiling faces looking up and reminding us that we are Family because we are Kind. Made In His image indeed. ~ [ EDIT: "All hallows eve has come it is * here * ].
Murchison Avatar
October 25, 2024 at 9:40 AM
Thanks I missed that edit.
Hoffman Avatar
August 23, 2024 at 12:47 PM
Awesome! You expressed the spirit of Halloween perfectly. Halloween is my favorite holiday! Well done!
Murchison Avatar
August 24, 2024 at 3:01 AM
Thank You
Beck Avatar
August 22, 2024 at 11:33 AM
I love the rhythm of your poem; it captivated me from start to finish. Ghostly, goblin, fun, and amusing. Keep blazing!
Murchison Avatar
August 24, 2024 at 3:02 AM
Thank You
Howell Avatar
August 21, 2024 at 11:25 AM
What a fun, playful Halloween poem! Nice going!
Murchison Avatar
August 24, 2024 at 3:02 AM
Thank You
Greenhough Avatar
August 21, 2024 at 7:52 AM
This is a style I've always enjoyed. Poetry Soup solicited, I decided to follow you. You nailed the Halloween spirit. I'll enjoy both the holiday and your poems. Many thanks.
Murchison Avatar
August 24, 2024 at 3:03 AM
Thank you for your kind words.
Davis Avatar
August 21, 2024 at 7:21 AM
Your poem is absolutely awesome! Keep up the great writing!
Murchison Avatar
August 24, 2024 at 3:04 AM
Thank you for your nice comment.
Narain Avatar
June 9, 2023 at 5:16 PM
It is one of the nicest Halloween poem I have seen. It vividly describes the atmosphere of Halloween night. Well penned.
Murchison Avatar
June 10, 2023 at 10:49 PM
Thanks for the nice comment.
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