Terry Miller Poet Rhyme

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 October 22, 2022 at 4:51 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 October 23, 2022 at 1:13 AM Yes please ! Terry Miller October 23, 2022 at 1:11 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 October 21, 2022 at 6:54 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 October 23, 2022 at 1:13 AM Thank you, Belle, it is a fear that increases as we age.

Deb M October 21, 2022 at 4:29 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 October 23, 2022 at 1:14 AM Thank you, Deb, for your kind words; I am glad that you related to this poem; it came from the heart.