Go to Sleep Child (Nov 2014)
Go to sleep little one
The water’s been spilt
The clothes have been mussed
But Daddy and I shall love you still
And the fingernail moon floats peacefully over your world
There is no need to fear
Go to sleep little one
Clean white sheets surround you
A roly-poly dog snuffles nearby
Mistakes have been made
But it’s just a little water
But nothing so permanent to make you cry
Mommy’s coffee and Daddy’s cream
Blend beautifully in your world
Why should it not be so elsewhere?
Though there are things being broken that cannot be mended
And more than water spilled under this scythe moon
The cacophony of electric birds keening
Need not trouble you
It is elsewhere
At least tonight
Go to sleep
Please
Love the imagery, Rommy <3
ReplyDeleteThanks. I am very happy with the way it turned out.
DeleteYour use of description when it comes to the moon does something magnificent for the tone and urgency of this peace. It says, "Yes, I know something lurks out there, but babe, but you are not alone; never alone. Those who love you more are watching your dreams."
ReplyDeleteYes, and there was also an attempt for the adult to soothe themselves as much as the child - not just in telling the child that she is safe, but the adult reminding themselves that their own precious child is safe, no matter what is roaming at the edge of earshot.
DeleteFingernails versus scythes -- compelling contrast.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I wasn't sure if I could pull it off the way I wanted.
DeleteSo much, so much there in a lullaby. It was wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm glad there was a melodic aspect to it.
DeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm glad you liked it.
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