Sleep Paralysis

A haiku of an affliction that cuased the body to tense, unable to move as shadows sway past one’s vision

By Shelby R PerezPublished 3 months ago • Updated 3 months ago • 1 min read

I open my eyes

Unmoving, trapped, gripped by fright

Ghosts creep in the dark

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Shelby R Perez

I am a college student and lover/writer of fiction and poetry, especially Fairytails and mythology. I am working to become a published author, using my love for myths and legends to reintroduce gods, spirits, demons and heroes.

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Sleep Paralysis

A haiku of an affliction that cuased the body to tense, unable to move as shadows sway past one’s vision

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