Shadowy Figure: A Halloween Poem

A chill in the air,

On this brisk Autumn night.

Arms hugged close to your body

Walking home in moonlight.

Leaves scratching pavement -

As they blow to and fro.

Your heart in your throat,

You're here all alone.

Then in a moment -

Something catches your eye.

A shadowy figure

You swear just went by!

Laughing at first,

With nervousness abound.

Was it your imagination

Or could spirits be 'round?

Your chest tightens now -

Steps quicken in pace.

Rushing indoors -

As your heart starts to race.

Finally home safe,

Relieved of the shock.

You shut the door

And engage the lock.

But as you turn -

The dark figure reappears.

You're suddenly scared

Almost to tears!

Then not quite knowing

What you should do -

You quickly realize

The shadow was you.