“Good night - may you fall asleep in the arms of a dream, so beautiful, you'll cry when you awake.” Michael Faudet

The nighttime hours
Pass peacefully by
While I recline sleepless
Upon my bed.
A lamp glows softly
From the table beside me,
Illuminating a book
Resting open
And almost forgotten
Upon my breast,
And reflecting
In the depths
Of the chamomile tea
Cooling
In a delicate china cup.
I am not alone, however,
For a contented tabby
Lies curled against my side
While my Pekingese snores
Endearingly at my feet.
I love the serenity
Of the late night hours,
The respite they provide
At the end of a long
And often difficult day.
They bring balance
To my chaotic existence.
They bring harmony
To my very soul.

c. 2013