Phantom, I Reckon

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Who the figure from out of dark dreams- Where she flees in terror and silently screams? With the looks of a demon! What a heart of love! And passion for the opera which plays above. Tears of music fall from his eyes; A face so tragic, he wears a disguise. Lonely in love, Phantom's got the blues. Well, I guess that's nothing new. Who the man from the shadowy gloom? I reckon he'd love to be Beauty's groom. Surely, his voice is the finest ever was. Why, I wonder? I guess just because... From other folk, he is mostly hidden, Yet, often he appears unbidden. Who could ever guess how his heart bleeds? Who can tell what such solitude breeds? Says Opera: "I am tragedy, love fate!" Says Phantom: "I am your mate!" And the audience can't speak, can't listen, Behind the scenes. No, they can't listen. Who the man cloaked in mystery? No one knows at all who he be. From out of deep shadows, I see him beckon. I've glimpsed The Phantom, I reckon.

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Date: 11/30/2019 9:24:00 PM

Another great poem Evelyn. I enjoyed the Phantom myself upon seeing it. You brought out such detail and brought the poem alive. Thanks for sharing this. I opened my 1st contest today. I hope I did everything right. all I could think for a title was Christmas. Have a great night

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/30/2019 9:43:00 PM

Thank you very much, Gregory, for your spirit lifting comments. I wrote the poem years ago, after reading the book. You are welcome-I am so happy to share. I see you did open a contest-how nice! It looks to me as though you did everything right, although I don't have any experience myself. Your theme is very timely and interesting, too. You have a great night, too, and good luck!