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Somniphobia

Tomorrow will come; I know it will yet, unfailingly, I doubt it still. I lack faith to close my eyes without a small niggling element of doubt; that maybe I'll never see next morn, or that perhaps I am not yet born. But one fear is there I cannot bear; that I awake and you are not there.

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Speaks Volumes

Date: 10/22/2022 4:51:00 PM

Oh Terry, you had me concerned, and then your last line had me in tears. A touching piece that was obviously from the heart. I'd like to call you my friend if I may. This poem really touched me, Thank you, Wendy. It simply has to be included on my favorites page.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 10/23/2022 1:13:00 AM

Yes please !

Terry Miller
Date: 10/23/2022 1:11:00 AM

Hi Wendy, thank you so much for your kind comments. I would be honoured if you call me your friend. May I do so in return? Terry

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 10/21/2022 6:54:00 PM

Such familiar thoughts Terry, that’s my biggest fear too - that one day I’ll awake and find my loved one is no longer there… Belle

Terry Miller
Date: 10/23/2022 1:13:00 AM

Thank you, Belle, it is a fear that increases as we age.

Deb M

Date: 10/21/2022 4:29:00 PM

Oh Terry your words went straight to my heart. I love your poem so relatable and honest. The thought of my husband not being there is overwhelming! Excellent poem….Debx

Terry Miller
Date: 10/23/2022 1:14:00 AM

Thank you, Deb, for your kind words; I am glad that you related to this poem; it came from the heart.