Such a little thing, this Sleep
happens when I close my eyes
the end of a day long and deep
mind slowed
body bowed

Such a little thing, this Sleep
agonizing in its brevity
I remain eyes peeled
urgency in its wake
the night turning

Such a little thing, this Sleep
tempting then hiding
what crime do I reap
despairing in the light
darkness in the depths

Such a little thing, this Sleep
anxiety and trepidation
thoughts chasing each other
uncontrollable mistakes
decisive errors

Such a little thing, this Sleep
my life defeated
my hopes exhausted
my body aged
Yet promises to keep