The moon looms above in a shroud of cloud. <br />Amber lights flicker in the gloom. <br />Faces emerge from the darkness. <br />A wolf howls and a witch rides her broom. <br />Bats screech above the wandering souls. <br />Candle flames dance with the dead. <br />The starry sky whispers above. <br />As the living sleep on in bed. <br />Ghouls prowl and spread mischief. <br />Fiendish phantoms play among the graves. <br />Autumn leaves surround the pumpkins. <br />As skulls stare with eyes like caves. <br />Be wary traveler if you walk this night. <br />You may meet a spirit or two. <br />So leave a treat at your door. <br />And they shall be kind to you.<br /><br />Stephanie Dower<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/halloween-night-5/
