Fighting Sleep

I fight sleep like Muhammad Ali
As melodic moon gently glows
Rather dance than chance sleepwalking 
Music on the radio inspires tapping toes

Somehow my muse has been set loose
Not sure how long she will purple parade
She’ll always inspire my writing blue truths
Despite sleepless night or fiesta less day

I hear the whiz of emerald electricity
It’s so quiet I’d hear ants tap dancing 
I’m sure I even hear your denim dreams
Tell me when you wake from sleeping
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Wolf Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 8:31 PM
'whiz of emerald electricity' and 'ants tap dancing' -- Whoa, Sister Karen. Those are some downright dandy-licious images. ... As for 'fighting sleep,' careful now: Sleep sucker-punches, I hear. ~ B. Lowe Da-Belt
Jones Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 10:04 PM
I was so sleepy in church communion Sunday I was nodding off! Oh my! Still managed to get anointed with oil and nod during prayers lol! Don’t judge me Gershon
Delegans Avatar
January 6, 2025 at 1:51 PM
I really enjoyed this one, particularly the unique twist on having insomnia/sleep issues. Very relatable and a fun read.
Jones Avatar
January 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Thank you for reading Christopher!
Read Avatar
January 5, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Hi Karen, I do love your wicked imagination, your muse is certainly alive and kicking. xx
Jones Avatar
January 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
lol that’s debatable many nights but thanks!
Omrane Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 11:21 PM
This poem is very well written Karen! It makes me feel like I am in a dream!
Jones Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Really? Well I was truly trying to occupy time despite lack of sleep that night lol! Thank you kindly Sarah!
Poet Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 11:17 AM
This is a very well-crafted poem, Karen. I really enjoyed reading it today. Your inspirational metaphors and good rhyme set a wonderful ambiance in your poem.
Jones Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Really? Wow I attribute it to being bored in bed and kinda poetically doodling lol! You are kind dear Sotto! Thank you!
Tor Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Cute poem Karen. Almost like a dream...
Jones Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Thanks again for reading Michael!
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