Halloween Night

Out alone on this dark Halloween night, No welcoming lights anywhere in sight, I swear I hear footsteps following me, I turn quickly but there is nothing to see. Walking faster to get home, But I know that I am not alone, Sensing a dark shadow on the prowl, Hearing huffing, growling and a howl. Standing before me are red glowing eyes, My end is near I realize, Swiping at me with sharp bloody claws, Suddenly my candy bag is in his paws. Chomping down hard on a Payday and a Baby Ruth, Just to satisfy his sick sweet tooth, At first I thought he was going to kill me, Now I'm just pissed he stole my candy. Walking home down the street, Empty handed without any treats, Because of a bully that didn't need a mask, Was leaving me one little piece too much to ask? Halloween Night Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Tania Kitchin 10/19/18