Poems Over Sleep

I never thought, I'd be able to write, a story, or a poem.
My teachers seemed to think the same, and i wish that i could show them.
Poems seem to come to me, at the most peculiar times,
I'm sat up writing, at four AM, thinking of a word that rhymes.

My sleep for the night, is non existent, if a poem shall come to mind,
I find the nearest pen and paper, to let the ink and paper bind.
It's the most awful, and inconvenient time, especially when work is at six,
But to read the poem, straight afterwards, gives my sleeping pattern a kick.

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Lane Avatar
May 4, 2023 at 1:21 AM
Aye, such is the bane of poets. Better to wake and reach for pen and paper than to curse yourself in the morning, "I cant remember even one word!" I know... that's absurd! I'm still reading, but don't want to cause an overflow in your notifications of 50 new comments.
Lane Avatar
May 4, 2023 at 2:28 AM
You're very welcome. Hope your day gives you reasons to smile.
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May 4, 2023 at 2:05 AM
Thankyou for your comment, it’s great to hear feedback and hear how different people react to each poem :) have a great day!
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August 7, 2022 at 5:58 AM
I'm really enjoying reading your poems. And can identify with this one, as I'm the same with regards to sleep when a poem runs around in my head. Cheers Anne :-)
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 7:34 AM
Thankyou for your comment, it’s much appreciated:)
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