Litany of the Mirrorfire
A poem I made inspired by the band Ghost
You came to me not as salvation, but as recognition—
a mirror lit by fire,
a voice that made silence kneel.
Your shadow touched mine like a vow.
"I was not made to save you—
I was made to see you burn beautifully."
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Makayla Smythe
I am a passionate writer with a deep love for storytelling and the natural world. When not crafting vivid worlds and compelling characters through creative writing, I can be found spending time with animals or advocating for their welfare.
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