Farewell To Sleep

I was just about to sleep.
I was tired
The weight of the world on my shoulders had drained my spirit.
But before I closed my eyes, I caught a glimpse of you.

From beneath my heavy eyelids I could see your strength … of heart, body and mind.
The light from your soul shining so brightly I should have shielded my eyes,
But I didn’t for fear I might miss even a glimpse of who you are.

And now I find myself awake.
Aware of my surroundings and of the beauty in a single moment … the poetry in a single word.
You have awoken in my soul a sort of calm knowing.

I understand that my passion need not be wasted.
My words need not remain misunderstood.
My beauty is more than the shell that holds my essence together.
My soul is beautiful and good and should shine like the sun.

I glanced over my shoulder at my bed.
Blankets folded down – inviting me to return.
But I no longer want to sleep.
Dreams are beautiful, but not as beautiful as you.