In the Shadows

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Those are scary things that hide in the shadows
I hope they fall off the edge, to the gallows
When they rise from deep; haunting skills with salvos
I hope they drown before reaching the shallows
Frightened; minds tear so easily, at the seam
Fears unchecked; fast turn, from whispers to a scream
Oh yes, I'm afraid of the darkness, my loves
But I'm comforted; that our souls will rise like doves

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Panagiota Romios

Date: 10/2/2023 9:38:00 AM

Dramatic! And yet it ends with positive Thoughts Pangie

Anonomus Scorpio
Date: 10/2/2023 12:45:00 PM

In life we either choose to own the darkness or let it consume us. It is there either way I choose ownership! Regards A.S.

Deb M

Date: 9/27/2023 9:11:00 PM

Eerie haunting words depicting fear AS…..Very well done…Love it! Debx

Anonomus Scorpio
Date: 9/28/2023 6:21:00 AM

Good morning Deb, glad you enjoyed this one! My summer business is starting to wind down, looking forward to catching up on my reading yours in particular! Warmly A.S.

Paige Hind

Date: 9/26/2023 2:10:00 PM

Been awhile, friend.... I finally have internet where I live and do not have to leave home to write, lol. Chilling poem; scary images...

Anonomus Scorpio
Date: 9/26/2023 3:02:00 PM

Good to hear from you Paige! That is awesome that you have internet too.....Tis the season of scary things :) Regards A.S.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 9/25/2023 3:34:00 PM

Hello Anonomus Scorpio, Sometimes there is fear in the darkness. Enjoy your evening my friend. /Darlene\

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 9/26/2023 10:13:00 AM

Hello Anonomus Scorpio, Oh, i did not know that there is strength found when figure out how to confront it. Your welcome. enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene\

Anonomus Scorpio
Date: 9/25/2023 4:14:00 PM

I totally agree Darlene, there's a lot of strength to be found once you figure out how to confront it. I very much appreciate your visit! Warmest regards A.S.