The Struggle

J.L. Eck on Mar 7, 2009

The time comes when sleep overcomes determination.

I hope I get to see the sunrise.

Hope sleep doesn’t bring my demise.

Maybe I’ll see what’s on T.V.

Just so very sleepy.

The sun will be up soon.

My son will be up soon.

Eyes open… in control.

Eyes closed… rest in peace, soul.

Awake, but not here.

Asleep? Not quite clear.

Dawn glistens upon the horizon.

Maybe I’ll just close my eyes and…

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Comments (10)

TOPELECTRICIAN on Mar 9, 2009
SOUNDS LIKE YOU BEEN WORKING A DOUBLE!!..LOL NICE POEM…
Miss Heda on Mar 12, 2009
nice poem tho i cant figure out if the person is just going to sleep or if they are dieing?
revivor on Mar 12, 2009
good one!!
some lovely rhymes etc – I do like thoughtful wordsmithing
try any of my poems and see what you think – revivor
miss cornelia on Mar 16, 2009
Nice ending. I think you’re a very talented writer.
Bo Russo on Mar 20, 2009
Sounds like a computer all nighter,I know that one well.like when the cat wakes you up with butt in your face!!!!Ah,I sure am glad Junior is grown now.
Morgana on Mar 21, 2009
And sleep for a while, get your rest You are right, sometimes it is a struggle to get that rest.
Angel on Mar 24, 2009
You are by far my favorite writer/poem
Jeffrey B. Merrow on Mar 24, 2009
ah a poet i didnt know your good god bless
J.L. Eck on Mar 29, 2009
Great comments, Thx!
HatedNation on Apr 4, 2009
I find myself awake yet again, the sleepless nights never end.
So I work and type and write, sharing my dream until day light
Then the madness will repeat, another night without sleep!!

Hi there!