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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist:Keegan Haunted Hollow ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ One moonless night in Haunted Hollow, I lost my way ~ no star to follow. Fear gripped my heart in icy hold, As horror stories I'd been told, Flashed through my mind and made me weak, ~ I could not move ~ Nor could I speak. There stood I, alone and shaking, As dead rose up this night of waking. Phantom fingers did poke and prod, But I could not run from stinking sod. Fear did freeze my guttural scream, ~ Was this real? ~ Or just a dream? Then from the depths of Haunted Hollow, Came a horseman gaunt and sallow, Riding fast on midnight steed, With soul intent on me to feed. Hoof beats thundered as he drew near. His evil face was drawn in sneer. I prayed the ghost would pass me by, But the time had come for me to die. He raised a scythe above his head, I wailed in anguish as I dropped dead... One moonless night in Haunted Hollow, I lost my way ~ no star to follow. Fear gripped my heart in icy hold, As horror stories I'd been told, Flashed through my mind and made me weak, ~ I could not move ~ I could not speak. ~ Now I ride a midnight steed, And look for souls on which to feed. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel LOL so thats how you became an angel.  Wonderful write. |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
ghoulish  Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Now Linda...You just know I love this!  . Autumn, the year's last loveliest smile~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mr. T. ~ Where there's the light of yang, there is also a bit of the shadow yin.   EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Cantelouper ~ Ooops! I mean "Anteloper" ~ Oh, gosh, I meant to write "Interloper"!  Beware of "angels" who slip their halos, wings, and vestments off at night! BOO!  Linda Lou the Ghoul |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Nice Nancy ~ You are one who always gets into the spirit of the seasons and holidays of the year! Sending you a "Boo!" 'n a Halloween kiss, Linda |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Gosh, dear Linda, this is powerful! I feel haunted ... Only a fearless Angel could write in such nonchalant manner. This evening while I was in the elevator the light went out, I descended in darkness but arrived safely, with just a hint of worry ...the guardian down at the entrance laughed and said someone was playing a trick! who knows?! Love and Happy Halloween! Margherita |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Yikes !! Scarey writing for sure ! Made me almost choke on my .... err...the kids Hallowe'en treats.  hugs, Chris |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
A wonderful take on the Headless Horseman, Linda! Thoroughly enjoyed the presentation and lexis...some good use there, of words we don't hear every day... Well done! |
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PEBBLES Member
since 2006-10-30
Posts 69South Australia, Australia |
OOOOOOOOOH SO SCARY. I'M LIGHTING CANDLE'S TONIGHT.NOT TAKING ANY CHANCES IF THE LIGHT'S GO OUT. AB.FAB. BEST WISHES, HELEN. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
What a treat this one is! It's a real keeper. Rae |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
what a treat! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ Ooo! The light going out in the elevator on Halloween must have been super scary! I'm relieved to learn that the rest of the electrical was in working order!!!! I always appreciate your kind comments! Thank you! Sending you love, a hug, and a Halloween kiss! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Chris ~ Yer sooo cute! Actually, you are as sweet as a Halloween treat! ~ Which I just ate too many of!!!  Happy Halloweeny hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sunshine ~ I bow before your radiance, Lady Shine! Thank you! That was very generous of you to say! It pleases me that my Halloweeny poem pleased you! Hugs 'n Halloween kisses, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Pebbles ~ My home is presently aglow with candles! I need all the added protection I can get! lol It was good to hear from you, Helen! Giving you a big Halloweeny hug 'n kiss (the chocolate kind! lol) EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sandgrain ~ Hi, Rae! I'm glad that you liked it enough to save it! As a poet, I find that highly gratifying! Happy Halloweeny hugs 'n chocolate kisses, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
passing shadows ~ Happy Halloween, Darlin' Dixie! Your reply is as sweet a treat as you are! Happy Halloweeny hugs, Linda |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
hee hee you didn't scare me at all Miss Linda angel wait! am I alone in here? somebody pleeeeease come and get me... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lady Kate, you best be careful! The night has a thousand eyes ~ and teeth! Fear not, m'lady! I shall surround you with the protective White Light of God! Hugs 'n halloween kisses, EA |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
Hah! I like that! It made me smile. Good use of the ominous repetition, too. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Howdy, Pilgrim! Glad this one tickled your fancy! Hope your Halloween was a happy one! EA |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Earth Angel, When I finally stole a minute to visit, what's this? I find not one Earthy Angel poem on the front page. This is disastrous and must be corrected immediately! I hope things are as well as they can be. Take care, Linda, and know I am thinking about you! Incidently, jeepers, how did I miss this goodie near Halloween? Glad I found it when browsing! Very fun poem to read with a tinge of sadness hidden, but a fun poem to read. Hugsums (large sums of hugs to you) miscellanea |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
What a surprise, Linda! It just goes to show that angels can know the good and the bad and write them equally well! Hmm? Feels a bit chilly here all of a sudden. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Misc Marvellous ~ Aren't you just the sweetest country gal! Thank you so much! My Light just got a bit brighter! Good to hear from you! ~ for more ways than one! lol Muchos huggos, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bunches of Honey ~ Hi, Honey! In 'angel school' we had to learn about the Dark Side as well ~ and how avoid it! Warm hug-o-love, EA |
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