I was so afraid, scared to death
Alone in the middle of the night
Even too afraid to hold my breath
Trying to hold on with all my might

The creepy sounds were all around
The dense fog dampened all sight
The eerie barking of a lonely hound
That kept me breathless with fright

Around the corner I should be secure
Just a few steps and then to the right
I know I am safe for sure
I finally stepped in the lantern light