Deer in the Night

Deer in the Night

A Poem by Chase

It staggers leaning on an oak while
the white light of night streams
broken through the trees

It gasps- bare ribs heave
grasping at the frigid air as desperately as skin does to flesh.

It falls
having lost the oak's support;
a tangle of sinew amidst gnarled roots that
pay no mind.

It dies-
tucked in with a blanket of snow
by a world ignorant of it's passing

© 2017 Chase


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This sounds like a beautiful and poignant vision, almost like a dream that someone might have had...the death of a fawn or a deer, something so pure and untainted, marking the death of innocence perhaps. I like the imagery and how you give attention to the little details to make this poem more vivid.

Posted 7 Years Ago


Chase

6 Years Ago

I appreciate the insightful review! I was in a bit of a.. Stoic and melancholy mood, with a touch of.. read more

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Chase
Chase

Stillwater, MN



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My name is Chase. I love writing and find solace through it. Feel free to sift through my myriad of words and tell me what you think:) Constructive criticism is welcome! more..

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