There's one night of the year that fills me with dread,

When I turn off the lights and hide in my bed,

One night that I can't wait to be over,

All Hallows Eve, 31st October.

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As the sun starts to set and the street lights flicker,

my blood pressure rises and my pulse rate gets quicker,

I shut all the curtains,

turn off the TV,

So the "Tricker's and Treater's" won't visit me.

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In years gone by I loved Halloween,

The costumes, decorations and setting the scene,

For small children to visit and cry "Trick or Treat?"

Hoping for someone to give them some sweets.

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These days I worry,  so I hide on the floor,

Scared of the ring or the knock at the door,

Gone are the days when I thought it funny,

These days it's teenagers asking for money!

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So I keep myself hidden and safe in my bed,

With a flask of tea and a book to be read.

Beneath sheets I wait in the dark of the night

Until finally emerging into the light,

No tricks or treats, 

No frights to be seen,

Take care out there people,

Happy Halloween!

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Lyrick 2018

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