Sleepless Night

Sleepless night, vexing thoughts

Of uncertainties rioting in my head,

Worries about what's to come,

Wondering if I'll soon be dead.

Concerns of offspring's opinions,

Hopes that secrets are unrevealed,

Fears that time is going too fast,

Wishes that flaws are kept concealed.

Counting years and days lived by

Those who in death preceded me,

To reassure myself that my life end

Is not their prophesy for me.

Naida Lavon

Jan 26, 2002

A diary poem after being unable

to sleep, wondering if I've outlived

my mother and grandmother.

I have, but not by much.

Yet!

20 minute write