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Angst in the night

Worries wake me in the night I hold onto hope like a kite Hoping the string will not break knowing all that is at stake As I seek colors to find gusts of information blow through my mind Can my imagination overcome... where all these worries came from? That stole my tears and blocked my drive to the many things for which I strive Seeking rest, instead I write... as the minutes tick away the night Heidi Sands 1/15/25 (C)opyright

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Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 2/18/2025 7:54:00 AM

Nice penning Heidi,good rhyme and flow with nice imagery too. Blessings,Gordon

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/19/2025 2:55:00 AM

Nice to hear from you Gordon. Thank you. I hope all is well :)

Edward Ibeh

Date: 2/6/2025 2:29:00 PM

It feels eerily quiet and lonely at night, so I can relate. Writing is quite therapeutic and it makes one set worries aside. Wonderfully composed, Heidi!

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2025 2:42:00 PM

Hi Edward. Nice to see you here. Thank you very much :)

David Crandall

Date: 2/2/2025 2:44:00 PM

It seems like worries can really come out at night. You describe it well. When rest is impossible, then the expression of writing, or reading seem to sometimes help.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/2/2025 3:51:00 PM

True David. Yes, there are ways that can help Thank you :)

Ink Empress

Date: 1/24/2025 11:35:00 PM

Writing often helps when im feeling the way too, dear heidi, this is so impressive how youv used metaphors and descriptive language to express angst and emotions in the most eloquent manner, I especially love the lines “ I hold onto hope like a kite Hoping the string will not break” what a powerful line, should be quoted, and kept close to ones heart, as it resonates and is soulfully moving’ pleasure reading your work today. Sending you light today and always

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/25/2025 5:12:00 AM

Thank you very much for your kind, positive, feedback. I appreciate your support. I hope you have a beautiful day :)

Michael Tor

Date: 1/24/2025 9:32:00 PM

Good way to unwind Dear Heidi. Hope all is well with you. Hugs...

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/25/2025 5:10:00 AM

Thank you Michael. I am ok. I hope all is well with you too . Hugs :)

Joe Dimino

Date: 1/24/2025 6:18:00 PM

Sometimes very difficult to turn it off at night I know. Like you, that is when I do a good deal of composing. A relatable write. Well said.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/25/2025 5:10:00 AM

Thank you Joe. Keep up the great composing at night :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/21/2025 8:52:00 PM

Good idea to write. I find night worries are almost consuming me lately...

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/22/2025 10:03:00 AM

Yes Gershon. Good idea to write. Night worries can be consuming. I hope it helps. Thank you, my friend :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/17/2025 12:21:00 PM

- Write your thoughts down on paper ... maybe sleep will be peaceful ... a lovely poem ... let your worries fly, Heidi :) - Enjoy your weekend :) - hugs

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/17/2025 4:58:00 PM

Thank you Anne-Lise. Writing definetly helps. I hope you have a nice weekend too. Hugs :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/16/2025 9:31:00 AM

You must not give in to worry. Pouring your feelings into writing is a good thing.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/16/2025 10:45:00 AM

Thank you Victor :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/16/2025 9:03:00 AM

What a creative write you have here. I love your last line. The quiet nights can bring answers. Glad you are writing. Stay Warm with Hugs... Have a fun day or night as you write away..................

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/16/2025 10:44:00 AM

Thank you very much Paula. Hugs :)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/15/2025 10:29:00 AM

Cathartic write. Well done!

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/15/2025 10:31:00 AM

Thanks so much Kim :)