A Night In Somnia

I spent a night in Somnia
which put me to the test
The lodgings were luxurious
but I could find no rest

They said it was a quiet town
I fell for all their ploys
And all the stupid sheep I tried to count
made too much noise

Minutes ticking into hours
All my dreams were lost
And like a stir-fry vegetable
is how I turned and tossed

That cheap motel in Somnia
was just a tourist trap
No matter how I tried
I couldn't even take a nap

So I had a cup of coffee
waiting for the sun to rise
The night was finally over
as I rubbed my bloodshot eyes

Now here I am in Sanity
the company where I work
I'm staring at computer screens
and feeling like a jerk

Too many nights in Somnia
have made me hit a wall
Oh great! Here comes my manager
The pink slip says it all!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Jeavons Avatar
February 15, 2019 at 1:14 PM
Oh my gosh Michael, I just love this. Especially the word play. Great write! And another fave! Susan
Wise Avatar
February 15, 2019 at 2:03 PM
Thank u Susan! :)
Awtry Avatar
February 9, 2019 at 8:39 PM
I am a citizen of Somnia :) another awesome write!
Wise Avatar
February 10, 2019 at 7:23 AM
I'm the Mayor! LOL Thank u PS! :)
Laurie Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 6:12 PM
G'day Michael … the nights appear really long in Somnia - enjoyed your light hearted poem - Lindsay
Wise Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 6:28 PM
In Somnia, the nights never seem to end! LOL Thank u Lindsay! :)
Sands Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 1:51 PM
lol. Funny. I don't want to go there :) Well done.
Wise Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 1:55 PM
Thanks Heidi! I don't recommend it! LOL :)
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