She tosses and turns
In a desperate attempt
To lose herself
Between her bed sheets
An embrace
Leading her toward
Sweet sleep

The only escape she’s ever known

Is in this time of solace
After a long day
And before another
Where dreams can become a reality
And there are no obligations
No schedules
No guidelines
Just bliss

It is the only time to imagine
To feel
The sun on her face
The breeze through her hair
The smell of lavender
The gentle murmur of the ocean

Sleep is her escape
Her remedy
It gives her promise
That the future will be okay
Don’t worry now,
Just sleep
Sweet sleep
And enjoy the dreams
Of a beautiful life