Banshee

Banshee

A Poem by Diane

Banshee or Faerie Woman is what they call those that screams

She isn't evil or Demonic as the sounds they make seem

When death draws near and a loved one is sure to pass

She cries and wails to alert you to the future's past


There are so many tales to be told like is she young or is she old

Is she dressed all fancy with a comb made of gold

Or is she headless with blood in a cast iron bowl

Is she Indian or Irish

Irish I believe so

Depending on what stories are being told


The Banshee was a woman who loved her family so

Some stories say different but how could we really know

So when you hear that wail in the dead of night

Do we prepare for whats coming

Or in fear close our eyes tight



© 2018 Diane


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loved the story,and i believe it`s true

Posted 4 Years Ago


Diane

4 Years Ago

thank you.
 wordman

4 Years Ago

you`re welcome
When death come a-calling. Can't be stopped.
"Do we prepare for whats coming
Or in fear close our eyes tight"
I liked the above lines and how you defined the Banshee. Thank you Diane for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

Posted 6 Years Ago


Diane

5 Years Ago

Thank you for reading and leaving a great review.
Coyote Poetry

5 Years Ago

You are welcome Diane. I liked this poem. Myth and tale. My favorite.
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One of those old time tales passed down it seems....I remember some oldies too! Nice poem!

Posted 6 Years Ago


Diane

6 Years Ago

Thank you!
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6 Years Ago

Your welcome:)
This is a nice poem dealing with a possibly scary thing... the Banshee.' So when you hear that wail in the dead of night', I think your first suggestion would be best. It is something we all have to prepare for. Well written.





Posted 6 Years Ago


Diane

6 Years Ago

Thank you for the review.
Beautiful ghost story.whatever the banshee is it seems like you want her to take you by the hand and accompany you to the hereafter

Posted 6 Years Ago


Diane

6 Years Ago

Nah I would like something not so scary sounding to take me to my resting place. haha

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My name is Diane Garner and I live in southeast Michigan with with my husband and two young daughters. I grew up in Gaylord, Michigan, with My mom and brother. I moved to the Detroit area in my late t.. more..

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