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

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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?