The Mind Playing Tricks Poem by Ray Hansell

In the darkness of night
Someone is walking in shadows
What are their intentions
You hope they don't get to close


As you walk down a darkened street
You hear footsteps from behind
Your heart pounds like a drum
A million thoughts run through you mind

You think to yourself as you walk
Just what your strategy will be
Will you fight or will you flight
You feel you'll just wait and see

The footsteps keep getting closer
Your body is racked with fear
You are not exactly sure
But decision time is drawing near

Suddenly you stop, now you'll take a stand
You are going to confront your fear
But to your surprise, he keeps walking
Funny how the mind can make things appear


11-5-18/RjH