When Goblins Come

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It’s nighttime when the goblins come And whisper in my head “Before you wake from dreamland, girl Who is the next one dead? When will the good days that you live Take on a ghastly turn? It's coming sooner than you think the time when dreams will burn. You lie in bed of privilege And shoo us all away Yet well you know that things might change When you see light of day Vile illnesses abide their time Your youth’s not meant to last Each ache and pain a testament Old age is coming fast Catastrophes are round the bend Don’t think that you’ll be spared Security snatched in the storm Your fears will all be bared So slumber if you think you can Close now those eyes real tight While we all dance around your bed And party through the night" Eileen Manassian

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/7/2020 6:32:00 AM

I watched a movie called the Entity when I was very young. It was supposedly based on a true story. This brought it to mind. Three plus years later this is still creepy to read. Hugs Rick. It was nice having you visit.

Paul Callus

Date: 9/10/2017 3:36:00 AM

I love the poem, Eileen, though I hate the thought of somebody having awful nights like these. Deep down you are strong...don't let those goblins get to you! Hugs ~ paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/17/2017 3:59:00 AM

Thanks, dear. I try. I'm not always successful. Some nights are better than others. Sending you lots of hugs.

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 9/7/2017 8:39:00 AM

A relishing eerie read Eileen, indulged :) lovely day to you! xomo

Maureen Mcgreavy
Date: 9/8/2017 6:36:00 AM

Eef! It would take a tortured soul to write so eloquently of this. Hugs lovely. I am no stranger to depression. I wish you ease of being.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/8/2017 4:23:00 AM

Thanks, dear. Unfortunately, this is reality for me. I'm on antidepressents, and I take my happy pill in the morning. In the evenings, when I'm tired, these depressing thoughts come to me. It's hard to chase them away. Thanks for the visit. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/6/2017 9:50:00 AM

Ooh, this is a creepy one. Very well expressed. Hugs Rick

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/8/2017 4:24:00 AM

Thanks, Richard. Creepy, but a reality as well...