Talk to me
about your night fears.
How you keep the light on
beside your bed,
hoping you won’t wake
and feel the familiar terror.
How you sleep
on your side, turned away
from the window, knowing
they could come through anyway.
How your dreams
are the only things that save you
from your own dread.
How ready you are
to plunge into the undiscovered
day, into whatever is on
the other side of night.
Maril Crabtree’s most recent chapbook is Tying the Light (Finishing Line Press). Her work has appeared in journals such as Kalliope, I-70 Review, Coal City Review, Main Street Rag, and Third Wednesday, She previously served as poetry editor for Kansas City Voices. More of her work can be seen at www.marilcrabtree.com.
about your night fears.
How you keep the light on
beside your bed,
hoping you won’t wake
and feel the familiar terror.
How you sleep
on your side, turned away
from the window, knowing
they could come through anyway.
How your dreams
are the only things that save you
from your own dread.
How ready you are
to plunge into the undiscovered
day, into whatever is on
the other side of night.
Maril Crabtree’s most recent chapbook is Tying the Light (Finishing Line Press). Her work has appeared in journals such as Kalliope, I-70 Review, Coal City Review, Main Street Rag, and Third Wednesday, She previously served as poetry editor for Kansas City Voices. More of her work can be seen at www.marilcrabtree.com.
I love this poem!
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