The Poetry of Halloween

It’s autumn time, and leaves are turning gold.
Before the harvest , folks still celebrate
a fascinating holiday of old.
With black and orange, you might decorate
the inside of your home. Perhaps you’ll thrill
to carve a pumpkin with a scary face.
Black cats might pose upon your windowsill
while ghosts and goblins hang from your fireplace.

As darkness creeps, it’s likely you will see
parades of costumed children in the streets,
so if they’re seen in your vicinity,
remember to be generous with treats.
And if a haunting wind begins to blow,
the poetry of Halloween may flow!


Written Sept. 10, 2013 for Russell Sivey's Everything Halloween Poetry Contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Rico Jones Avatar
March 7, 2014 at 11:51 AM
Wait for the day to dress in a costume, have a party, go to haunted houses, and candy. Nice poem and images of Halloween.
Babcock Avatar
October 17, 2013 at 4:28 PM
Nice poem. Not a fan or Halloween myself. Kids love the candy. Nicely done on this poem. love phyl
Cavanaugh Avatar
October 7, 2013 at 10:20 PM
It's that season again. And you have written a lovely Halloween poem. Good luck in the contest. I think you have a winner.
Force Avatar
October 7, 2013 at 8:50 PM
Andrea..My favourite time of the year, smell of the leaves, crisp air, and spooky spirits abound. A time for everyone to return to their childhood, and enjoy treats.. You not only touched base with a holiday but also the awakening of a changing in the seasons. You painted a picture with your words. Thumbs up !
Seal Avatar
September 30, 2013 at 7:26 PM
Awwww Petal, you made it all nice an frothy lol. It has inspired me to write one though, not posted yet. Good haunting in the contest lol. Take care, Richard
Deschler Avatar
September 25, 2013 at 5:15 PM
I love Halloween, and I love this poem, too! My Halloween poetry has already begun to flow! Wonderful work, Andrea!...I wish you good luck in the contest!...Thank you so much for the nice comments!
Hamilton Avatar
September 18, 2013 at 2:27 PM
very good Andrea you caught Halloween perfectly Shadow x smile
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 18, 2013 at 12:05 AM
An exceptional treat this poem is Andrea. Loved it!
Delaney Avatar
September 16, 2013 at 5:48 PM
Excellent images Andrea: I love to dress up at Halloween but haven't been doing it for the last few years. Good Luck in the contest. SuZ
Gasun Avatar
September 14, 2013 at 10:59 PM
Oh time passes by so swiftly and soon it's Halloween everywhere. This is a very beautiful poem you've penned for the coming season my very dear friend Andrea. I love it and so enjoyed and the ending is great. Thank you so much for sharing & it's my great honor to read your excellen & stellar poetry today. Good luck always! love lots and big big hugs, Leonora
Ferry Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 7:44 PM
Good luck in contest..Do you still dress up for Halloween
Horsman Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 10:15 AM
I'm a sucker for your poetry especially your sonnet, my favourite form,this one of yours is so inspirational....
Austin Avatar
September 13, 2013 at 8:54 AM
Hi, Andrea. I'm getting a way behind in my correspondence. First - haven't felt too great of late, what with the trip down the basement steps, and then we are raising four tiny, tiny kittens whose momma has abandoned them - probably because they are such worms, scratching and biting at the nipple. Love ya and will try to be more attentive. Love your spooky stuff. daver
Poet Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 11:11 PM
By fast forwarding you had almost skipped birthdays of PD ,Frank and myself:)
Poet Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 11:10 PM
A great Sonnet on Halloween here Andrea!Love it!
Jones Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 9:31 PM
I loved your cheery Halloween poem Andrea....:-)
Lu Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 2:43 PM
Nice one Andrea!! Enjoyed the read. Cindy
Kendrick Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 1:33 PM
Reads like a winner to me.Enjoyed reading this one today..I am sure that Russell will enjoy reading your creative work...Thanks for the visit to my page..Your comments are always uplifting...Sara
J.T. Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 12:21 PM
I like this one. Hubble, bubble, toil and trouble. Good poem
Mcdaid Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 10:52 AM
EXCELLENT PIECE OF WRITING BEAUTIFULLY DRAWN
Johnson Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 10:20 AM
Here's to black and orange and scary. And to as much candy as the little children can carry. Boo. :)
May Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 7:18 AM
nicely penned Andrea....hugs
Dietrich Avatar
September 11, 2013 at 11:40 PM
oops, I had written Oct. Tenth on it. How silly!!!! changing it right away to Sept. My mind must be in fast forward.
A   Avatar
September 11, 2013 at 9:23 PM
haha Love it Andrea... sending this one straight to my favorite list. love it love it... can't wait for the darkness to creep on me... LOL, PS...why does it say Written Oct. 10, 2013.... LOL,,,, I don't think I missed my own birthday... OCT 7th... please let me know... xox..Linda
Poet Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 11:14 PM
That's my birthday!!!
Liwayway Avatar
September 11, 2013 at 10:15 AM
Advance Happy Halloween!! can I have some candies? lovely write friend Andrea. Good luck in the contest and thanks for passing by :) Hugs,
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