Midst of a Mist

blurred in midst of a mist
deep, dark woods
in diaphanous, thick, heavy air
enshrouding shrubs and trees
in translucent pearlescent smog.
spooky outlined murky shapes
look surreal, like white ghosts.

I am afraid to take uncertain steps
in unseen fear of stumbling.
Shortsighted vision does not foresee 
a golden sunshine in the arcane paths
burgeoning a new silver dawn ahead
with welcome notes of  birdsongs.

I choose to stay lost forever...
in midst of my comfortable mist zone.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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George Avatar
November 25, 2023 at 8:50 PM
When we are not sure of the way ahead, we prefer to stay in our own comfort zones, never taking a chance. Perhaps it could lead to a new silver dawn.... not quite sure. Beautifully penned with some striking images, dear Debjani. Thanks for your visit to my page.
Ashley Avatar
November 2, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Dear Debjani, on the surface this could be a beautiful, intriguing poem about fog in the pre-dawn woods.. or.. it could be a deeper more intimate poem of the fear of taking chances, to change a circumstance or of a fear of failure.. with success "a new silver dawn ahead" unable to be seen or imagined. Your last two expressive lines are amazing.. "comfortable mist zone".. we've all made that choice at one time or another. I love this thought-provoking piece! Exquisite. A fav! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Agustin Avatar
November 1, 2023 at 12:22 AM
Wow! Congrats! Thank you for sharing this. God bless you.
Rodrigues Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 10:03 AM
Congratulations!
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