Insomnia

Sleep eludes my weary head
Like to be sleeping; writing instead
My entire household in their beds
Sitting in a lounge chair; eyes turning red.

My eyes tell stories of sleepless nights
My eyes are puffy; sensitive to light
Pull back my blanket and turn off the light
Fluff up the pillow; watch the movie on late night

A pillow, a blanket, no longer a friend,
My dreams have no end, they barely begin.
I sit and wonder when this will end
‘cause I need to sleep and not to pretend

With this paper on paper and my mind wiped clear,
I stare at the face reflected in the mirror,
Lay down and relax as morning draws near
Put worries aside; no problems to fear.