Goblincore

~chaos, mud and dirt~

plastic treasures and thrift store jewels

worms, broken glass and toadstools

buttons of every color and shape

buried beneath the landscape

feral frogs frolic in the ferny gloom

midst the muddy madcap mushrooms

there's wicked witchery in these woods

goblins waiting in their mossy hoods

below the bitter bones of trees

fossilized bugs, snails and rusty keys

in the late october breeze

thieving and hoarding their shinies

Author's Note

Goblincore is an aesthetic inspired by the folklore of goblins. It celebrates the parts of nature that are not conventionally beautiful like soil, mushrooms, frogs and second-hand objects. It also celebrates clutter and chaos.

I intentionally wrote this poem without proper punctuation to emphasize the chaotic nature of this aesthetic. I hope the lack of punctuation is not too distracting. This was a fun poem to write, especially with Halloween just around the corner. Suggestions for improvement are welcome!

Reviews

[willweb]

A perfect little poem for this time of year, very whimsical and ghoulish. It is a collection of items, thoughts, ideas and visions that gather in the mind. It makes me think of a brew, a witch's brew or maybe a witch's pantry. Either way the poem was to read.

[Moonie]

I think whimsical and ghoulish are the perfect adjectives to describe what i was going for! Thanks for the great review!

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

I like the poem as is. It adds a wonderful dark fairytale feel to this haunting month of October. An excellent addition of poetry celebrating this coming Halloween.

[Moonie]

Thank you so much! I love halloween poems!