It whispers—
Suddenly, it lingers
On your shoulder—
Cold and broader.

Roosted in the dark
That outweighs the sanity.
Revising it and leaving a mark
To convey the words of bravery.

Out to the South—
Abruptly, it broke out.
Off on your shoulder—
That was brought forever.
#WorldPoetryDay
© Joel Gigante Hartshorn