NIGHT GAMES

The moon, full, low,

spreads the night lights

across the heavy sky.

Shadows on the snow

play tricks on the eyes,

turn evergreens into pawns.

With rook and knight captured,

the queen is unprotected—

a January moment surrenders.

        —Deb Johnston

Published by dh-johnston.com

I am a former educator, writing in central Wisconsin. When not writing or encouraging students to write, I enjoy lighthouses on the Great Lakes, family campouts, and walking our dog. I am a member of SCBWI. I have a masters degree in education and have been published in The Mailbox MagazineThe Education Center®, The Mailbox®,The Idea Magazine for Teachers®.

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