Sweeter Dreams

Little one, 
Why do you cry?
It's time to sleep
And you should try.

There is no need
To be afraid.
It's only monsters
YOU have made.

No creature lives
Beneath your bed,
With shining teeth 
And horns on head.

The closet only 
Holds your cloths and
The door will stay
Completely closed.

There's no such thing 
As Booger Bear 
Or Big Bad Wolf 
That live in there.

Together we
Can beat this fear.
Close your eyes
And I'll stay near.

Just think about 
The better things,
Like Oreos 
Or diamond rings.

Of high heel shoes 
And princess crowns.
Polished nails
And silken gowns.

Of puppy dogs 
And tiny kittens,
None of which have
Lost their mittens.

Of powdered sugar 
Donut holes
Leaving sweetness
On your nose.

Now, get some sleep.
Just close your eyes,,,
What?  We all need 
To sleep,,,that's why!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014



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Date: 6/23/2018 6:17:00 PM
Ray: I may print off a copy to keep by my pillow for those nights I can't get comfortable. I'm about 80 years past needing it but there are times we all need that kind of encouragement. Thanks for sharing with all of us on the soup. oldbuck
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Date: 4/22/2014 5:02:00 AM
ah Ray delightful kids story congrats on placing hugs
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