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Michael Anthony
Michael Anthony
Jul 10, 2009 ⭐ See this poem's read count — a supporter feature

In The Night

Sleeping next to me
Her body rarely moves
Echoing the stillness
And the dark quiet of the night

I pull her gently closer to me
Trying desperately to feel her calm
The beasts of the night are held back
By steel reins of contentment

Now welcome
Sleep finds me again


— Michael Anthony, Jul 10, 2009

About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski, Billy Collins, Ted Kooser, Haiku & Harvey Kurtzman (a visual poet, of sorts)

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Seren

Seren

17 years ago

I dont think I have had the

I dont think I have had the pleasure of reading anything of yours before(but I could be wrong) lol .. but this is a little Gem ... Adored its poignance and beauty ... Love Jayne
Bonitaj

Bonitaj

17 years ago

and here it is...

TO SLEEP PERCHANCE TO DREAM... Boy Michael this poem says a lot, even though there are so few words! The need to claim contentment from THE OTHER (psychology term for the one we connect with - needn't be a permanent partner either - usually THE OTHER HALF of ourselves we seek out!). Your inner thoughts and needs speak so clearly it's almost a relief to see you find some restful sleep albeit for just the one night! :)a real Gem as Jayne says! Nice write CHeers Boni
Michael Anthony

Michael Anthony

17 years ago

A very personal effort

Thanks for your thoughts on this one Boni! I was definitely trying to get in touch with a desire to find contentment from even the slightest source. This was one of my most personal efforts, so I'm glad you guys liked it. Best Mike

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