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WHY? A Halloween Poem

10/29/2024

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Hello, blog friends ~ 

Halloween is just days away in the United States, and writer Colleen Chesebro invites us to write a poem related to this event. 

A confession. I grew up on a farm, and the closest neighbor was a mile away. There was no trick-or-treating. Halloween was a costume party at the country school. Yep - apple bobbing was a great hit. 

When I worked at Fairfield University in Connecticut, I lived near Union Cemetery in Easton. I only learned of this cemetery after I purchased my home. Especially around Halloween, visitors would sneak into the cemetery after dark -- when it is closed. I was not one of those curious folks, but I worked with police who arrested wayward students from the University. Some claimed to have seen ghosts.

My Halloween Tankas deal with forgotten homes and the secrets they hold. Because I'm a solid intuitive empath, I listen -- not with my ears, but with my heart. It's amazing the stories that emerge. I hope you enjoy it.

Happy Halloween!   🎃

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Have a wonderful week, dear friends. Stay safe and laugh much! 
23 Comments
Robbie Cheadle
10/29/2024 11:54:26

Hi Gwen, I hope you are well. These tankas are so creepy. Well done.

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Gwen
10/29/2024 15:01:53

Thanks for asking, Robbie. I'm fine. And, I'm glad you liked the tankas. 🎃

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D. Wallace Peach link
10/30/2024 05:49:30

So spooky, Gwen. And I can relate to the way that places hold emotional stories. Your poem evoked that sense of presence beautifully. We have a Halloween parade here in our little town because everyone lives so remotely. It's super fun seeing all the kids dressed up. Happy Halloween.

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Gwen
10/30/2024 06:46:34

We're prepared with candy treats for the little and not-so-little visitors. It's always a delight to see their excitement. Thank you for sharing as you have, Diana, about places holding emotional stories. 🌞

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Peter D link
10/30/2024 07:43:35

Love the duality of life extinguished screams why. I think life ignited screams the same question. Usually longer and louder.

Well done.

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Gwen
10/30/2024 14:18:37

Thank you, Peter. I appreciate your encouragement. 🌞

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Teagan
10/30/2024 13:17:07

It's nice of you to host Jan. Thanks for supporting indie writers. Happy Halloween.

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Gwen
10/30/2024 14:19:35

Thanks so much, Teagan. It's a pleasure supporting Jan - and Indie writers in general. 🎃

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Balroop Singh link
10/30/2024 13:59:55

Wow! meagre light and mysteries create the effect! Fabulous poetry, Gwen.

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Gwen
10/30/2024 14:20:04

Wow, thanks so much, Balroop. 🎃

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msjadeli link
10/30/2024 16:27:57

light will always vanquish dark. may all dark secrets be exposed to the light. Happy Halloween, Gwen.

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Gwen
10/30/2024 19:19:32

Thank you, Ms. Jade. It's my hope as well -- that all dark secrets be exposed to the Light. 🌞

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Kerfe
10/31/2024 07:45:14

This is suitably spooky for the season. I think houses everywhere hold many stories.

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Gwen
11/1/2024 13:32:53

I think so too, Kerfe. And often our imagination runs wild. 🌞

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Selma
10/31/2024 09:37:37

Oh yes, houses remember. A wall is not an inanimate being. It’s got a life and memory.
The Halloweeny vibes are just right. Safe Halloween to you Gwen. Be well.

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Gwen
11/1/2024 13:33:48

Thanks so much, Selma. I hope you had a wonderful Halloween! 🌞

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Yvette M Calleiro link
11/3/2024 06:01:24

Wow, Gwen! That last line was powerful. Great poem!

Yvette M Calleiro :-)

http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com

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Gwen
11/4/2024 09:04:36

Thanks so much, Yvette. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. 🌞

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Jules link
11/3/2024 08:55:32

I've watched a few videos of urban explores going through abandon homes... Your verse reminds me of them and all the memories and life that were and perhaps remain... lost.

A sad state for some homes. And perhaps some families who will never know whatt happened... to their loved ones things.

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Gwen
11/4/2024 09:05:42

So true, Jules. I've walked through a couple and wondered about the stories. Thank you for sharing. 🌞

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willowdot21 link
11/3/2024 23:32:01

I love this it is beautiful, I feel the same about old houses 💜😁

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Gwen
11/4/2024 09:06:24

Thank you, Willow. So happy to hear this. 🌞

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Colleen link
11/4/2024 09:55:53

Ohhh, Gwen! These are delightfully spooky tanka poems. I love your commentary about the Civil War cemetery. I'm also empathic. I tend to avoid too much stimulation, especially at Halloween. 🧡

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