witch

a witch and a bird,

riding on the back of a ghoul,

hoping to get to Halloween early.

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fish

a fish jumps out of the water,

scaring everyone in the painting,

and getting everyone wet.

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ghosts

ghosts and snakes,

elephants,

and other creepy things,

while lightning fries the air.

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bird ensnared

bird ensnared in a trap,

awaits release,

in the meanwhile,

making friends with his fellow captives.

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spies

government men question a dog,

while an elephant acts as the dog's attorney,

hoping the election saved.

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912

nine hundred twelve,

a magical number,

important,

but why?

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hidden

she hides from him in plain sight,

eyes closed,

she is afraid to breathe,

hopeful he will soon be gone.

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