The Night

Night arrives Silent With only whispers From the day past Leaves sway silently Rocking themselves to sleep Streets empty dark only lamp posts light the pavement below Birds silent Hiding In their secret sanctuary Lost souls emerge looking For a home Somewhere Lucky ones Rest On their pillows Worry-free Time stands still Briefly Peace at last Dreamless sleep Soon daybreak Stirs in the silence awake Once again The day begins Deafening noises Turmoil Night has gone