TRAVELLER IN THE NIGHT SKY

 

Traveller in the night sky
pale reflection of the sun
ghostly presence in the day
bring comfort in the dark
 
Manager of the tides
counting out the months
your blessing on the seasons
grants prosperity to the land
 
Protector of the living
your comforting embrace
provides shelter from all evil
keeps predators at bay
 
Face of the wandering moon
shining crescent of hope
your glowing rays enlighten
dreams are brought to life
 
But hidden on your dark side
where mysteries abound
madness runs rampant
and there, lunacy is found

 Published in BORN OF THE MOON - Mythos Poetry Society Literary Journal, January 2022

Darkling Haiku

born of the full moon
sprouting hair, ears, teeth, fangs, claws
werewolves on the hunt 

Published in BORN OF THE MOON - Mythos Poetry Society Literary Journal, January 2022

Invocation to Sekhmet - Lady of Pestilence

Gracious lady, your power is well known
bringing fear and carnage to the world.
But your goodwill spreads enchantment
protecting us from suffering and plague.
 
May you be soothed by the music of the harp and the flute,
be calmed by the fragrance of the incense we burn.
Drink and be fulfilled by this tasty red beer
Gorge on these meats and the succulent fruit.
 
You, who can summon pestilence, can cast it aside.
Hear the whispers of the people imploring your kindness
Please, we beg you, end the curse that’s infecting the land.
 
When it is gone, we’ll dance in the streets.
We’ll drink and eat and laugh with joy.
And we’ll keep your offering table
Piled high with your favourite treats.
 
Each year we will gather to celebrate together
the beer and the wine will flow in the streets
when we honour your name and remember your kindness.
See you next year at the Festival of Drunkenness.