I Will Not Open My Eyes
I wake up and stare at the clock; my heartbeat is ridiculous.
Am I having a heart attack or is there really someone here?
Noting the time, I cringe. Midnight on All Hallows Eve.
Anything can happen, and I am helpless to stop it.
The air is ominous, shadows creep closer and peer at me.
I flip my eyes tightly shut, hoping to be left alone this time.
There is no escape, my hair is touched and my forehead.
I refuse to look; my heartbeat is a rapid drumbeat now.
They are back, my internal voice observes; I try to shush her.
She will not be quieted. A finger teases up my spine; scaring me.
I will not open my eyes; I cannot open my eyes.
Terrified, I open my eyes and note the clock watching me.
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