The Echoes poetry competition to celebrate Write Out Loud's 20th anniversary is now open.  Judged by Neil Astley.

Competition closes in 9 days, 14 hours. Get details and Enter.

couch (Remove filter)

The Ghost of Christmas Passed

Twas the night before Christmas

When starlessĀ darkness held the night

With howling wind and sleet;

All through the house was ne'er a light

Dark, and a door that creaked

And despite the fire, twas cold as snow

Only the low fire flicker

Could lend the room a ghostly glow

And light the undecked tree.

I crept towards the bottom stair

Mouse-still and watching

A creak, a...

Read and leave comments (4)

🌷(3)

ChristmascoldcouchcushionsdrowningFather ChristmasghostsicenightsnowsofaXmas

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.

Find out more Hide this message