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Scared of the Dark

Under the covers, you got the flashlight on Shivering and hyperventilating, you’re convinced there are monsters lurking in the dark It’s time to test your eleven-year-old faltering courage Before your younger sister tell somebody how scared at night you be A boy frightened of shadows is guaranteed to be bullied So you peel back the covers and switch off the flashlight Then slip down on your knees to say a little prayer Asking God to help you please When you finish, you open your eyes and everything feels right in the room Eureka! It all make sense now The moving shadows were the swaying branches outside, and the eerie sounds was the whistling of the wind moving through the trees, rustling the leaves ... And an owl hooting intermittently But that strange thumping noise coming from the attic, you still haven’t figured that one out yet Right now, you got bigger problems, the bed is soaking wet ... and it ain’t from body sweat

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/17/2017 8:53:00 PM

I find it hard to walk outside in the dark at night. I always have. In the country the roads are even darker to see where one is going. I walk with a flashlight to go to the washroom, because I cannot see in the darkness. have a nice evening my friend.

Alexis Y.

Date: 8/13/2017 12:47:00 AM

Hi Freddie, I could relate to this write very much. You took me back down memory lane with this piece. I can remembered so vividly how much I was scared of the dark I was as kid. I'm not to fond of it now...SHHH don't tell nobody:-) Alexis

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 8/12/2017 7:49:00 PM

Great piece that reflects the trepidation that most children experience in the dark of night! I can definitely identify with this fear of the dark and can empathize! Even now I prefer to have some light source to make me feel comfortable:-). Well done, Freddie! Your friend, Pandita

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/12/2017 4:37:00 PM

- Always take a look under the bed ... :))) - I did not pee in bed ... but I was afraid of the darkness - Lovely poem, Freddie :) - Greetings and best wishes for a lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Paul Callus

Date: 8/12/2017 2:49:00 PM

And just when I was heaving a sigh of relief for the young lad, you rock the boat again, Freddie! The main problem/s still need/s solving ...! Regards // paul

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/12/2017 10:05:00 AM

Well done Freddie. That does remind us of when we were young and thought those branches were other things, etc. Very creative :)