Witches Brew

Halloween is dead without witches brew, carefully conjured up to make the best stew. Adding only the finest components, making sure of its exact exponents. No substitution is ever allowed, a solemn oath all witches have vowed. Steep slowly over the hottest coal, the makings of the best mortal soul. Check the brain for the final test, be assured it is at its very best. Add a pinch of all spice to taste, most of all don’t forget to baste. Don’t forget to add plenty of ginger root, a smidgen of oak moss and an owl’s hoot. If available add some swamp muck, that is only if you want good luck. Stir for five minutes somewhere about, then drop in a large black pig snout. Before serving, invite the cat to savor, this delectable dish’s succulent flavor. If the cat sits and begs for more, that is the sign you’re looking for. But; if he screams and humps his back, throw it away and grab a snack. Copyright © 2008 By Caryl S. Muzzey Eighth Place Winner ~ "Halloween (old poems)” Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Poet Destroyer A Nov. 16, 2015