my neon ghost

October 28th, 1965 Slumber party Six preteen girls They are telling ghost stories They have tales of horror to share No one will be sleeping tonight I see a neon ghost in the corner He puts his fingers in front of his lips To shush me I do not feel terrified I feel intrigued, and excited We discuss my future plans After the others finally drop off to sleep He might have been my guardian angel I am unsure All I know is, That he made me feel safe and respected Although I have never seen him again I will never forget him He is my hero Encouraging me to visualize my future