A Hunter’s Eyes

I prowl the shadows

Disown the light

I come alive

At dawn of night

From afar

In wait, I lay

A hunter’s eyes

I watch my prey

Every move

A dance of death

Sweat on skin

A heavy breath

I bide my time

The risen moon

The taste of blood

I’ll know it soon

Β©2025, The Beginning At Last

To my benefactor who wishes to remain anonymous, my sincerest thanks for the awesome imprint. 🀘🀘


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34 responses to “A Hunter’s Eyes”

  1. Now that’s one freaking awesome imprint! πŸ€˜β˜•οΈπŸ™

    Wonderful writing as usual, Kevin ❀️ I love this image and the fierceness of it so much. πŸˆβ€β¬›

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    1. Isn’t it cool? Very grateful for it indeed!
      Thank you, m’lady. I am extremely pleased that you like it. Hope you get some rest and have a nice morning πŸ’“πŸ’“πŸ’“

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  2. Now why do I feel that panther is breathing down my neck?

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    1. I had that same feeling too from looking at the image and then reading the poem.

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      1. Hunters do what they must, I guess…

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    2. You never know where he might be lurking…

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  3. Your poem is wonderful, Kevin! The last part of it gave me a chill. In a good way. lol

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    1. Thank you, Kymber! Very glad you enjoyed it! 😊

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  4. Wonderful writing as usual, Kevin ❀️ I love this image and the fierceness of it so much. Keep the good work🎸

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    1. Thank you, Satyam. I most deeply appreciate your kind words. I hope you are having a fantastic day! 😊

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  5. Love this! Great combo my friend. πŸ‘βœ¨

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    1. Thank you very much, T! I hope you are having a great day! 😊

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      1. My pleasure always. Enjoy your week ahead. ❀️

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      2. Thanks, T and you as well! 😊

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  6. β€œAt dawn of night”… what a compelling phrase!

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  7. Very cool, Kevin. Not an unnecessary word. Powerful and fierce! πŸ‘πŸΌ

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    1. Thanks very much, Nancy! Hunter’s gotta hunt! 😎

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  8. Fierce Kevin πŸ‘πŸ‘

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    1. Thank you, Maggie! πŸ™πŸ™

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      1. Always my pleasure Kevin πŸ™πŸ™

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  9. Excellent, Kevin!

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    1. Thank you, Annemarie! 😊

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    1. Thank you! 😊

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    1. Thank you! 😊

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  10. Another great one Kevin.

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    1. Thank you, Sharon! 😊

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    Willie Torres Jr.

    Wonderfully Shared Poem Brother. And that Image is Absolutely Awesome.

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    1. Thank you very much, my brother. Very glad you enjoyed it πŸ™

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  12. I love this amazing.

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    1. Thank you very much, Brenda!

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    Astradie

    J’adore !!!!

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    1. Thank you very much!

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