There's the Rub

Just found this while strolling about the PS pages. Glad I happened on it.

Probably true, but I am in no rush to achieve that state. ;0)

Such is the struggle of true poets, an active mind that never rests but we thank God for the grace of a pen. Nicely portrayed here Flo. Blessing my friend, Carl

So many nights I struggle to sleep. Only true peace of mind. Beautiful poem, dear friend. Hugs Eve

Counting the minutes till the sandman comes, Lovely Nonet Flo, hugs

being an insomniac i can relate to this! good nonet, they aren't easy

Excellent nonet, FJ. Janice

Great summary of "to be or not to be" clever indeed. always, Laura

I have one of those over active brains myself. Sleeping and dreaming does help to clear the mind for sure but one can visit nature in some form which will help. Choose life. Sara

I like not to be a total pessimist. I'm sure that at times I do get a peace of mind. But as I grow older I realize death will end al earthly worries..so long as we ave led a righteous life. ~~

FJ, wonderful write, I do believe that death brings peace, the end of pain for many, the end of worry and torment to a place of peace, I suffer from bad dreams often and just get up and do something until sleepy again(I have been known to do housework in the middle of the night!) I actually get my best sleep on the sofa when I am suppose to be watching TV _Constance

Now i truly understand your comment on my 'a thief called time' Your poem a theme that so many of us can relate to. Love the classic touch here too..All the best for the new year...

and yet death be our pardon, free from this world of tangled webs and lies, could that my hand be put upon to dispel all such things though I have no power I await the final outcome when the dark spirit appears to carry me down the river Styx...Merry Christmas my dear poetic friend

- Dear sister, we are all day flies ... a little dot at a point in the universe - surrounded by the dreams of eternity - "Live each day as if it were the last" and "Look at the day as a gift that you have unexpectedly received" - I wish you and your family a Marry Christmas :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Although we sometimes have difficulty falling asleep now, eternal rest awaits. I like to think our departed loved ones do enjoy peace of mind at the end of their lives. Beautifully penned, FJ. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season! Hugs, Carolyn

Willy is shaking up in Poetry Heaven somewhere. Nicely done! ~ The Thane

Hi, FJ. I appreciate the reference to Shakespeare. There is no peace in sleep, for dreams are not always pleasant. Only in death, when we are conscience of nothing is there true peace.