Does Mother Moon Sleep

Last night I fell into a deep sleep,
my cat precious slept with me.
I could swear that old Mother Moon,
slept with us, I swear, it’s true.

Mother Moon she’s truly wise,
but she get’s tired, I surmise.
The thing that puzzles me the most,
when she’s asleep, how does she glow?

Perhaps she’s playing a trick on me,
I wonder if Precious ever sees,
her opening her eyes during the night;
boy, that would be funny, alright.

I’ll wait awhile, pretending I’m asleep,
then when Moon isn’t looking, I’ll take a peek.
I’ll see if I can catch her open eyes,
I’ll bet she’ll get a big surprise!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kingston Avatar
June 9, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Moonlight is one of my favorite things. There is nothing like it. When it makes a path on the water in the evening, I will sometimes take my Kayak and try to get right on top of it as I move, if only for a few minutes. This poem is lovely and I bet your kitty was lulled by the moonlight and you warmth into a cuddly peaceful sleep. Meow, goodnight
Proxenos Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 9:11 AM
You had a bed full of companions, but oh WOW, Mother Moons presence must have been pure delight for you. i would think that keeping her eyes closed at night is part of the agreement of her existence. Maybe i'll help you out one night, for now you've peaked my curiosity A great write MLK. Hugs and Blessings, JENNIFER.
Kiser Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 11:06 AM
Lol, thanks so much.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 27, 2023 at 1:52 PM
A fun/cute write. She sleeps at night so she does not need her light/glow. Hahaha... Did you surprise her??? Have a great day/weekend..............
Kiser Avatar
January 28, 2023 at 7:18 AM
HAHA, I think I did fall asleep and stayed asleep, looking up at her. Thanks again.
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