Bedtime

The daylight fades Limbs heavy and weary Energy spent Bones, muscles and sinews Achingly needing rest Bathtime ritual sacrosanct Unguents and potions Limbs and face smothered Skin clean and fragrant Mattress inviting Slumber beckons Fertile dreams await Head on silk pillow All plumped and warm Eyelids heavy Daily drudgery forgotten Rhythmic calmed breathing Slowing of mind Thoughts pass through Rather than linger Like clouds blown by a breeze Sounds fade in the distance Today’s cares wash away I am ready to embrace sleep For tomorrow is another day