Eyes close, thoughts end, dreams ignite.

Every thought from my mind washes over me

Cleanses my brain from the negative memories of the day I just lived.

Guilt and shame are my blankets.

Heavy eyes don’t stop my heavy heart.

My eyes aren't closed but for a second before I’m asleep

The serenity of the safe enclosed space of my mind

The raging whirlwinds of every insignificant or impactful thought cease to exist

I am finally in my safe haven

No one is there to yell, complain, or harass me

I have power over myself and feel at peace

That is until the next morning.

When the sun peeks through the blinds

Just to have me be awakened back into the ever busy world

A soul to be forgotten all over again.