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Dreamscapes

Dreamscapes are evening's battlefields Ideas explode like deafening grenades Mind so active that sleep is repelled Dream diary reflects unsettled thoughts Did I do right by those I love today? No switch to shut off the bombardment Complete review of the past day Precedes an entire life analysis Only deep meditation suppresses attacks Positive images are evoked Think of a favorite spot where nature reigns A place where pleasant sounds abound Trills from seagulls Mild waves lapping a sandy shore Giggles of children playing on the beach Banish anxiety Breathe deeply Stretch limbs Gentle thoughts eradicate worries At long last, welcome sleep *March 19, 2021 Contemplation Free Verse Contest, hosted by Craig Cornish

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Greg Gaul

Date: 4/2/2021 7:19:00 AM

Sleep, meditation, contemplation are so illusive when you want them so much. This well crafted verse of feelings should earn you some well deserved rest. Congratulations.

Beata Agustin

Date: 3/30/2021 11:09:00 PM

Wow! Congrats... Thanks for sharing this reality in your excellent poetic rendition. God bless you.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/30/2021 11:20:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. "Love It" Have a blessed day..............

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/29/2021 5:41:00 PM

I just knew this one was a winner.Congrats!!

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 3/29/2021 1:26:00 PM

Very well written! Congrats on your win! early morning 3 am, woken up by feelings of inadequacy or guilt! So common and frightful! You bring it home so well!!

Jan Allison

Date: 3/29/2021 7:43:00 AM

dropping back with many congrats Carolyn:-) hugs Jan xx

L Milton Hankins

Date: 3/28/2021 4:39:00 PM

This is a beautifully-penned piece, Carolyn. Congratulations on your deserved placement in Craig's contest.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/25/2021 12:44:00 PM

This sounds like a heavenly place "Trills from seagulls Mild waves lapping a sandy shore Giggles of children playing on the beach" Lovely poem!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 3/23/2021 4:16:00 PM

Through our dream state we can work out so many things, and calm our senses , beautiful expressions, thank you for sharing dear friend: )

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 3/22/2021 3:29:00 PM

Hello Carolyn … really enjoyable verse and helpful information too. Going over your day can have a scrambling effect also - thank you Carolyn - Lindsay

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/22/2021 2:32:00 PM

Wonderfully done, Carolyn. You will have a chance to win with yours!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/22/2021 2:32:00 PM

Implying I will not. haha

Paul Callus

Date: 3/22/2021 2:07:00 AM

You have poetically described such a situation when sleep is hard to come by, Carolyn, but it appears that you have your own solution for it. Personally it never takes me long to sleep, but it happens sometimes when I get over-tired. Warm regards & hugs // paul

Alexis Y.

Date: 3/21/2021 4:13:00 PM

WoW! Carolyn, You've penned a great entry for the contest. I don't suffer from insomnia these days; however, I did have problems sleeping in the past. The latter portion of your poem was great advice for someone who has insomnia. This reads like a winner to me. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 3/21/2021 3:50:00 PM

I don't get insomia much these days, but I like how vivdly you describe it, especially 'no switch to shut off the bombardment' - and also the meditative techniques, 'mild waves lapping a sandy shore' - so evocative, hoping for a win for you :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/21/2021 3:06:00 PM

I’m one of the lucky ones. I fall asleep instantly and wake up early without an alarm clock. My sweetie has always struggled with insomnia. I feel for her. Thanks for your visit. Hugs Rick.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/21/2021 3:31:00 PM

Most of the Soup women I know have trouble sleeping. Maybe men find it easier. Thanks for reading.

Jan Allison

Date: 3/21/2021 1:54:00 PM

I've suffered terribly with insomnia since hubby had his cancer surgery... but it is when i picked up my pen for the first time and now i write any time night or day:-) hugs Jan xx

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/21/2021 2:07:00 PM

I'm sorry you have had to go through the stress of your husband's surgery. At least it brought you to writing!

Judy Ball

Date: 3/21/2021 2:58:00 AM

Insomnia, - Been there and done that. Sometimes a nice walk right before bedtime can help. Breathe in the fresh clean night air and feel the relaxation seep into your body. A fine write. I feel your pain. God Bless, JB

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/21/2021 2:08:00 PM

It's surprising how many people have trouble sleeping. The pandemic didn't help. Thanks for reading, Judy!

Rico Leffanta

Date: 3/20/2021 11:56:00 AM

Well done! Everyone will believe you have suffered insomnia! But your husband had the solution! Aloha! Rico

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/21/2021 1:35:00 PM

He certainly slept well!

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/20/2021 8:42:00 AM

Carolyn, this is a great one and helpful to many who face this situation, trying to sleep! Well written ...and that is an amazing fish in your page photo too ! :)

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/20/2021 10:12:00 AM

I took a three-day fishing charter off Key West and caught that red grouper. Caught a 50-pound Goliath Grouper too, but couldn't hold him up for a photo :)

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/20/2021 4:55:00 AM

Reads like a good contender for the contest. Sleep is a good thing but sometimes or a lot of the time it eludes us. Thanks for dropping by. Sara

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 3/20/2021 1:57:00 AM

Very important reflections. When possible....

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/20/2021 10:17:00 AM

Thanks for reading, Victor!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/19/2021 6:20:00 PM

Insomnia sucks. I’m glad slumber was finally achieved.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/20/2021 10:13:00 AM

Hope you don't have trouble sleeping too. Seems a lot of my Soup friends do.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/19/2021 5:12:00 PM

Soothing advice in gentle thoughts, Carolyn. Much serenity evokes from your verses. Beautifully done! All the best.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/20/2021 10:16:00 AM

Thanks for reading, my friend!

Robert L. Hinshaw

Date: 3/19/2021 4:07:00 PM

You've expressed it so well in this insightful verse, Carolyn. You've got a top winner here! I too have trouble falling asleep; I've even tried counting sheep! Bob