A NIGHT IN THE FOREST

It's about all the things you'll feel, see or hear in a forest, away from the town.

Wolves howling, trees rustling.

Hiding behind the clouds is the shining moon;

You get soothed by the sound of crickets all around chirping.

To encounter this is the biggest boon.

The dark and silence, though scary, is serene.

Crumpling the dried brown leaves that once used to be fresh and green;

The sleeping leaves and flowers exude a sense of lethargy, 

Sleeping to freeze all their energy.

Only the moonflower stays awake,

To entice the lost and afraid.

The swooshing wind, the steps you take are the only sounds you hear.

The screeching owls, rutting deers, keep company to the ones who dare.

The smell of damp moss, rain, and wet tree trunks calming one down,

Loving the feeling of being far away from the hustle-bustle of the town.

                                                                                                        

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

you really get us there with your description, Yashika.

And what is best is the theme that comes seeping out of this forest of words.

We need to get more in touch with nature again, and away from our technology that keeps us
locked inside.

j.

[Yashika]

I totally agree with you, Jacob. We do need to get in touch with nature. The technology has made us lazy and unhealthy, to say the least.
Thank you for reading and reviewing

[Meenakshi Dutta]

It's a beautiful write dear yashika.
Being a avid nature lover, I feel like being in the moments described.
Keep going
Best wishes.

[Another Relic]

I love the forest. Some, however are afraid of the sounds and what's lurking out there that can get them. To each his own I guess.

Good poem.

[Ignosapiens]

I just can see how similar a topic you wrote on. I too have a poem on the forest but it deals with THE CREEPINESS that it contains. as always, great description

[Yashika]

Thank you for reviewing. I'll be sure to check that poem out; I like all the creepiness I can get, just to read of course.😂

[Adam Adams]

interesting... and quite raw. last two lines had my attention. looking forward to your work!

[Yashika]

Thank you for reading and reviewing. I will be posting something soon😌

[Nitesh Mahabal]

Getting lost in nature and finding our true self, inner peace and joy of being with the true beauty of world, loved it, thanks for sharing

[Yashika]

Going to the woods really does wonders if one is brave enough to spend a night there. Thank YOU for reading. I really appreciate it

[Chris Shaw]

You create an ambience in this descriptive write. Sight, sound and the sense of smell and touch are all stimulated. Wouldn't be brave enough myself to want to spend a night there though :) Welcome to the forum Yashika.

Chris

[Yashika]

Life is too short not to be adventurous and daring😉 Thank you for welcoming me; it feels great to be appreciated here.🤝

[Chris Shaw]

Good to have you here :)

[Tina]

I love the woods but not at night lol. I enjoyed your poem .I almost could see myself there.

[Yashika]

It's always more peaceful at night than it's in the day, maybe a little scary but peaceful. And peace is what we all need. Thank you for reading; I appreciate it.❤

[Kerra]

This is really wonderful, i enjoyed your words

[Yashika]

Thank you. For the kind words and for reviewing. 🤝

[Tepo]

sounds like you may be going back for another night or two in the forest
Welcome Yashika
Nice start

[Yashika]

Thank you, I appreciate it. And honestly, if given a chance, I would love to go to the forest for peace.