Margarita Lillico Poet Couplet

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Pill or no Pill

Sleepless nights - a nightmare! 
Into the dark I stare. 

The sheep all accounted, 
Weighty whims in my head.

I struggle to scurry 
An intrusive worry. 

Yet thoughts regenerate 
At expedited rate. 

I’ve tried meditation 
With due dedication. 

I gave up caffeine, 
Eschewed scrolling the screen. 

Oh, I’ve thrown a towel - 
I’m no longer an owl! 

At ten I am ready -
For sleep, long and steady. 

Yet slumber, spirit free, 
So not ready for me! 

Constant combat but worse - 
Malign menopause curse! 

Pills or no pills? I am 
Back on lorazepam!

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Sara Kendrick May 18, 2026 at 8:51 AM I wanted to personally thank you for the participating in my contest and say congratulations to you on your name being on the winners' list. I have only taken one sleeping pill in my life and I had a very important interview for a job, but that job interview did not happen because I slept through it. I have taken melatonin though. I liked this one. Way to go. Sara K

Andrea Dietrich May 17, 2026 at 1:21 PM Love this. I can sure relate! Margarita Lillico May 17, 2026 at 3:57 PM On and off :) Thx

Paula Goldsmith May 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Pill or no Pill or Sleepless Nights" write again. Have a blessed day with your wonderful win............... Margarita Lillico May 17, 2026 at 3:57 PM Thanks again, Paula.

Paula Goldsmith May 12, 2026 at 2:15 PM I  enjoyed reading your wonderful "Pill or no Pill or Sleepless Nights" write. "Good Luck" I also did "Sleepless Nights." Have a Lovely/Blessed Day..................