I walk along this path
in these hallowed woods
the earth scented with life and rot
My life is but an echo
through trees who still have hope
and leaves who cling to colour
not yet willing to join me
Dampness hangs in the air
Like a goddess’ tears
weeping for a lost love
My heart pains
and I share her sorrow
my cries carried
by Autumn’s breath
I am a shadow to the living
Who cross and bow
and beg their gods to protect them
Those who seek me out
Who are bold in speech
but short in wit
are wise if they never find me
For it is said to see me
is to lose your very soul
But I see them
Their hues of breath and laughter
daring merriment
who will leave to homes
of family and friends
Yet the beasts know
they see and speak to me
Barren branches
hold out their arms
to comfort me
But time will take them
to remind me of its passing
So I am alone
Until the gods decide
my penance is done
and I may finally sleep
[bctt tweet=”DARK POETRY – ‘Lady’ by Tina McFarlane @tina_mcfarlane #horror #darkpoetry #darkness #poetry #poet #poem” username=”theboldmom”]
