endowed with nine tails, she shapes
her world. shape-shifting powers
ignite fires in arms of suitors
a dream manifests
past and future
illusion of the grandeur
here and now
moment for the enchantress
witty and foxy she plays not
in the sun but courts the night
and forever young
she will be.
Prompt, “Write a poem inspired by Japanese myth and lore” for Dark Poetry for the Cruellest Month Challenge.
A giant dazed by a smell of blood, snores and blows golden pennies. Precious gems rain from the sky, Mother Goose generous with supply. Curious boy with leisure and treasure, wiggles down the slender trunk to appease a grumpy dame. Self-playing harp turns treasure into displeasure vying for blood.
Happy never, pair
returns jinxed precious metals
smelting revolting
In response to: “Beyond the Ever After” Dark Poetry for the Cruellest Month Challenge.