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Trick and Treat-Black Night

The night was black, a yellow moon was gleaming; In a nearby wood, night creatures were screaming. My steps were quickened, eyes rounded in fright; Such a misfortune to be lost on Halloween night! Then a ghost drifted to me, as if borne by a breeze; So dazed and woozy, unconsciousness began to tease. I revived to see a costumed ghost, sweet and dandy. "Please feel better," she said, giving me a candy. Written on October 26, 2020 For: 8 Lines of Spooky Rhyme Poetry Contest Sponsor: Tania Kitchin

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 11/11/2020 11:59:00 AM

Evelyn, congrats and kudos on this poem that richly drips in imagery! You set the spookiness of the scene perfectly and I love the twist at the end! And it goes without saying, I love the black night and "yellow moon!" Perfect start drawing us into the night. Blessings to you my friend!

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/11/2020 12:38:00 PM

Sam, thank you for your kind remarks and congratulations, which bring joy and smiles. I am glad you enjoyed this poem. Congratulations on your winning poem, which I thought was amazing. Blessings. :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 11/6/2020 11:25:00 AM

- Congratulations on your great win in this spooky contest, Evelyn :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/6/2020 11:57:00 AM

I thank you most sincerely, Anne-Lise. Congratulations are in order on your fine winning entry as well.

Constance La France

Date: 11/6/2020 10:36:00 AM

Evelyn, congratulations on your win in Tania's 8 lines of Spooky contest, with this chilling poem_ Constance

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/6/2020 11:02:00 AM

Please accept my deepest thanks. Congratulations to you on your awesome winning poem, as well. :)

Carol Mitra

Date: 11/6/2020 12:56:00 AM

So cute....nice one Evelyn....Congrats on your win.

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/6/2020 10:54:00 AM

Thank you so much, Carol. Congratulations also to you on your fine winning poem. :)

John Watt

Date: 11/5/2020 9:36:00 PM

This looks like it was a fun one to write, Evelyn. It started so frightfully but had a happy ending. Enjoy the honor of your 1st place win ~ John

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/6/2020 10:48:00 AM

Oh, I always have fun writing poems like these. Thank you for the kind words. :)

Tania Kitchin

Date: 11/5/2020 1:34:00 PM

Evelyn congratulations on your first place win with your spooky poem, loved the twist of humor at the end!

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 11/5/2020 2:02:00 PM

Please accept my deepest thanks for the honor of my win and also for your warm words, Tania. Your contest was so interesting and fun. Have a nice rest of the day. :)

Alexis Y.

Date: 10/27/2020 1:38:00 PM

Hi Evelyn, What a good write for the contest theme. I felt the terror in this piece. Thank goodness it was just a kid in a costume !I’m having a hard time coming up with 8 “ spooky” lines. You did great. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/27/2020 3:15:00 PM

I am happy that you enjoyed my poem, Alexis. Your letting me know is so inspiring. Thank you very much. Perhaps looking at pictures or listening to music on the topic will give you ideas. Good luck! :)

Silent One

Date: 10/27/2020 7:30:00 AM

Great poem for this contest..

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/27/2020 10:48:00 AM

Thanks so much for the vote of confidence. :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/27/2020 12:35:00 AM

A fright and a candy. What better combination? ~~

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 10/27/2020 10:47:00 AM

None better! Mmmmm...chocolate's my favorite. :)