Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

Grandiose Ideas

In the middle of the night
When I can’t get back to sleep
All these grandiose ideas
In my wired brain do creep.

I will clean out all my closets.
I will rearrange each drawer.
I will freshen up the furniture
And spiff up the décor.

I will organize my poetry
To fit into a book
And the children’s tale I’ve started
Will get more than just a look.

I will sit and read the travel guides
I’ve purchased for a trip.
I will self-impose some discipline
And really crack the whip

In the morning, though, reality
Comes crashing with a thwack.
The enthusiasm 2 a.m.
Inspires won’t come back.

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Robert Johnson September 7, 2019 at 7:24 AM And thank goodness for the new days sloth. We'd wear ourselves too thin. Doing the things that come to mind, we know we just can't win. But maybe one or maybe two could get us through the day. For doing nothing all day long is why it is a sin.

Ann Foster September 3, 2019 at 6:47 PM Wow... I am right there with you the whole way. Now I sleep when i do, and when I don't... I don't care. That at least takes the pressure off. Hugs. Great poem. Ann

Gershon Wolf September 2, 2019 at 8:14 PM 'Grandiose' is just the right word these sleep-starved delusions. (I get them too). Nicely done, Ilene. Gw

Jan Allison September 2, 2019 at 3:04 PM I have the same thoughts too Ilene - with poetry I have to get up and write it down but as for any other chores they have to wait for another day and I try to get back to sleep - had issues since hubby had his cancer surgery... but then I discovered writing so I am truly blessed in many ways:-) hugs Jan xx

Chris Green September 2, 2019 at 2:38 PM Here we have another wonderful, fun and creatively crafted piece of writing from your amazing pen Ilene, regardless of what time it is.

Elizabeth Kinch September 2, 2019 at 2:20 PM Oh my goodness I have the same grandiose ideas as you at silly o'clock in the night. Well written Ilene