Retribution

Rising from the shallow graves
Illuminated by moon’s glow
Spirits awaken to misbehave
To get revenge from long ago

She was sent to an early death
Deprived of opportunity
Translucent yet not lacking breath
From death she has impunity

Her ghostly tale will be passed on
In whispers carried in the breeze
Whomever she may come upon
Will be transformed by what they see
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Cavanaugh Avatar
October 12, 2013 at 10:25 PM
Great poem. A wonderful poem as we approach Halloween. Thanks for sharing.
Niehoff Avatar
October 12, 2013 at 11:23 PM
Thank you!
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