In the shadow of the forest
In the shadow of this wood
In the shadow of one maple
In the shadow there I stood
In the shadow am I hiding?
In the shadow I’m abiding
In the shadow, in the shadow – all is good
The W3 prompt for this week is as follows:
- THEME: Explore the contrast between light and darkness;
- Use metaphor to reveal hidden truths or surprising insights;
- FORM: Each line must begin with the phrase “In the shadow of…”
- LENGTH: Exactly 7 lines;
- TONE/IMAGERY: Create vivid imagery that evokes a sense of mystery or revelation;
- Aim for a narrative arc that transitions or oscillates between themes of obscurity and clarity.
I got the 7-line part right, so I should get partial credit for that — but no metaphors or vivid imagery. Sorry. Just the thoughts of an introvert who has had a rough week.
Can I go hide somewhere now? In the shadow?
Hot Dogs and Marmalade 
Nicely done Sally
Very clever take!
Sally, I love how you captured the quiet peace of being in the shadow. It feels really personal and introspective. You may not have used metaphors, but you still created a beautiful, calming reflection. The shadow works perfectly here!
Much love,
David
Simple and powerful, Sally. I’m that introvert!
I love this, Sally! It feels so carefree and playful!
Yvette M Calleiro 🙂
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I love that you took us to the woods, to one specific maple. I played with tree shadow lines, but your play worked out. All is good in your good maple shadow.
I love this – it has a playful tone!!
This is lovely, Sally, it feels like a song. 💞💞💞 I hope your week gets better, that you can rest in your shadow, then recharge in the sunshine. 💞
No, you don’t hide, I think you shine beautifully in the perfect simplicity of this you say so much – I really felt this was like a secret you whispered… and “all is good” – made me smile 💞
I loved your rhythmic poem!
There can be a special kind of quiet peace to those moments. Your poem flows just like a song!
hi, Sally 🥰
Just wanna let you know that this week’s W3, hosted by li’l ol’ me, is now live:
Enjoy❣️
Much love,
David