Fear me to Sleep

Afflicted Overseer

Comfort slips the mind to sleep, and I sure could use some rest

Sheets don’t feel soft to me and I don’t recognize quiet as peace

I need more of the quivering world, so please fulfill my request

Read me a passage of Kafka, to Fear me to Sleep.

  • Author: Afflicted Overseer (Offline Offline)
  • Published: August 10th, 2023 00:35
  • Comment from author about the poem: I adore hearing my favorite author read out loud. The magic of their words is the silence it instills in others.
  • Category: Unclassified
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