This morning
I was on
my fourth cup of coffee
when the sun
finally
showed his face
Three a.m. monster
thoughts
came to visit
again
The night before
it was
nightmares
that jolted me, terrified
from sleep
But I think
the monsters
are worse
At least
I can wake up
from the nightmares
This is for Friday 55 at Verse Escape where Hedgewitch keeps alive the tradition and memory of the G-man.
In Other Words 
Ah, Mary–have so been there, so many times, and lately, the monsters are bigger and badder than ever…I agree, at least nightmare yields to daylight. So glad you could play, and contribute to the kickass quality of the weekend with your excellent 55.
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Thanks Hedgewitch. I hope you have a very sassy, kick-assy weekend!
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Your last stanza is pure truth. We complain about so many things. But some of us, at least, can find a respite. For others, the nightmares are never-ending… We should be glad for small gifts.
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Thanks Magaly.
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Can’t seem to avoid the ‘monsters’ these days. Just do our best to avoid or fend them off. Timely, Mary.
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Unfortunately timely. Thanks, Ginny.
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Oh, I know the feeling. Give me a nightmare I can scream awake from, but take the monsters I can’t escape.
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Your words resonate Mary.
My (might be) monster might delay sleep, but when sleep comes, it is restful.
My fear is my (might be) monster becomes a daytime nightmare…
Nevertheless, hope springs eternal.
Anna :o]
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Anna (hug)!
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Monsters has visited me also lately… wonder if there are a season for them?
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For me it has something to do with family matters, and a lot to do with my country’s politics.
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