Gathering Sleep Poem by RoseAnn V. Shawiak

Sleep slowly gathering in this poetical mind like sheep
coming to a shepherd, flocking together in poetical music
and artistic interludes of yesterday.

Being held at bay through memories of sadness, eyes clos-
ing, eyelids fluttering quietly as dreams come upon them,
serenading them in serenity.

A peacefulness now enveloping this entire being for the
rest of this night, knowing that tomorrow will bring a-
nother display of beauty in nighttime reflections.

Solemnly taking hearts to rest through the hours of dark-
ness as clouds drift across skies unannounced or seen ex-
cept for a few who happen to still be awake.