Sleepless Cycle

My body is tired 

But my brain is wired

Lay back close my eyes

But when I do, it’s my demise

Every thought held at bay

With all the tasks of the day

Now rush in from every corner

Vying for a place and out of order 

Breathe in deep let it go 

Toss and turn. Wishing I’d snore

Look at the clock minutes pass like hours, while depression and anxiety my night devours 

Finally sleep comes I didn’t even realize. Until a noise makes me pop open my eyes. 

My heart starts racing, my breath is short. I listen carefully but hear no more. 

And so it goes. It begins again, the sleepless cycle that never ends. 

M.S.

9-25-23