All this night
His hollowed head
Flickers toothy grimaces
To ward off spirits who alight
From clammy sod
And hallowed bed.

His eyes of dancing
Candle flame
Compose the incantation
To guide the spirits wildly prancing
Back to grave.
What is his name?

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Michelle Claus

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