At Night Poem by Myrtle Glo Oliquino

At night I switch the lights off and weep
Thinking of the sad memories planted in me deep
The darkness hugs me softly as I cling
To the memories that only dreams can now bring.

At night I remove all the masks I wear
Showing the vulnerable me of which no one is aware;
The night mourns with me as it gently listens
To the piercing pain I feel as my teardrops glisten.

At night I run to the sweet embrace of my pillows
That seem to understand my heart that feels so hollow
They wipe away the tears that seem to endlessly flow
And nestles me back when I just won't let go.

At night I let go of the pain I try to hide inside
As I let the moonlight wash over me and let my fears subside
Allowing the evening breeze to touch my tear-streaked face,
Soon the worries of the day will then be erased.