A low crescent moon shining on a dark winter's night
In this forest there's a pond which gives the whole town a fright
This pond has a danger which all the townsfolk know
They have abandoned this whole area to the glamour in the snow
The pond is leagues from here, further than a hectare
Upon this forsaken pond at night skates a glowing spectre
A figure all in shadow; in the blackness glowing white
Twirling and gliding in the darkness dancing all through-out the night
Dancing alone so gracefully and serene
Dancing for no-one with no desire to be seen
Her black and blue pond is lined with snowy trees
Blowing from her direction; a cool and haunting breeze
If you try to focus on her the image will surely shift
Her movements appear inhuman, rolling like a snow drift
Doubt your eyes for even a second and she will disappear into shadow
It will appear as if you saw nothing; as if it were sifting snow
For those who have caught sight of her a mere glimpse will not suffice
When she gazes back upon you, you will step out on that ice
I can't say what she'll do to you, although I assume you'll be drowned
I can't even say for certain if a body has ever been found
This may sound like an old wives tale, full of grandiosity
Just do yourself a favour my lad, and keep still your curiousity
January 13 2020
Inspired by Algernon Blackwood - The Glamour of Snow