Is who the correct word for an apparition
that comes casting itself into
the shadows of the path you walk?
Long ago you would have labeled it symbolic,
reconfigured the form into
the silhouette of some black bird—most likely crow,
who seemed to have decided to track your movements
with a running commentary,
a voice conjured out of nowhere—you could never
locate them, the ominous o
mens—but remember?—they mean no
thing to you now, it’s all superstition, worthless.
as a guide to life, or really
to anything—still—what is it that follows you,
slithering like a whisper of dark lineage?
You thought you had left it behind.
I’ve attempted an inside out poem, Muri’s own invention, from her April Scavenger Hunt. I like the way it waves.
Off prompt for NaPoWriMo.
K. 
The apparition weaves in and out of the verse, never letting go. Very dark.
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It definitely took on its own life.
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“Slithering like a whisper of dark lineage” is an incredible line. Also, that fabulous collage: I love how the two pelicans in their nest resemble eyes. Hallucinating is human, for sure.
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Yes it is. Thanks Sun.
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Kerfe you made this form sing, chant, beat a drum!! Wow! I really love this one – and not just because you invoked the crow!
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Thanks Muri. The form is very easy to work with, even though I don’t usually do long lines. Good job on your part!
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This is a great poem, Kerfe. I really like its dark undertone.
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Thanks Robbie. The darkness is always there, waiting.
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I like this very much, and the collages that accompany it.
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Thank you!
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I like the way it waves too. Gorgeous words, hauntingly beautiful images — what else could one ask for?
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Thank you!
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This is such an incredible write, Kerfe! The collages and the words together stir something deep inside.
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Thanks Punam!
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Thank you for the inside out poem. It seems a useful and well-flowing form.
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I was pleased with it as well. Not all forms I try work (I’m sure you know the feeling).
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