TO SLEEP

Michael Edwards

TO SLEEP

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Fading light and falling book

descending  delta depths.

 

Reflections fall in gentle flow

on alpha’s lulling swell.

 

Active in society

on high upon a beta crest.

 

 

  • Author: Michael Edwards (Offline Offline)
  • Published: August 11th, 2018 01:56
  • Comment from author about the poem: For those who study beta alpha delta sleep patterns. The painting is one of a pair painted for the owner of the building - one to hang in her home the other to hang in the building which is rented out as a restaurant. Not an easy subject as the building is dominated by the other buildings either side so I had to play them down to make it more prominent. Will post the other one tomorrow.
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  • orchidee

    A fine write and pic M. Yes, the two buildings on either side are played down well, with the lighter tones. I think.
    Doh! I gotta study a bit of Greek now, before I know what sleep patterns I'm having. Can one dream in Greek?! You asleep now, and can't reply yet?

    • Michael Edwards

      Up to my eyes in yoghurt - why is there a red line under yoghurt - have they run out of Hs in America - have you got any to spare Orchi?

      • orchidee

        Yes, I got the H's. Have you got the U's? e.g. color/colour.

      • Heartwriter

        You are the artist we like to see each morning! Enjoyed.

        • Michael Edwards

          Ah thanks Kat - must get my pen out as I am short of works to post at the moment.

        • Laura🌻

          Michael,

          Love the painting! The pastel colors are very pleasing to the eye!
          I believe you posted this one with another poem. If I remember correctly, I think there’s a second painting you posted about the same subject!

          As far as sleeping patterns, I’m glad I don’t have any issues with that...yet!
          I love how you weaved the words DELTA, ALPHA, BETA into your poem!

          ~Laura~

          • Michael Edwards

            Thanks Laura - you've got me wondering - must check to see if I've posted it before - you may well be right - the customer has just received the paintings back from the framers and they look good.

            • Laura🌻

              That’s awesome!

            • Goldfinch60

              Very good write Michael. I can fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow.
              The discussion about the painting is interesting as I believe this one or one very similar has been posted before, or was that one of a pub. No matter it is always good to see your art.

              • Michael Edwards

                Actually I'd forgotten I had already posted it until Laura reminded me - it is called getting old. Thanks Andy.



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