Cats are said to be able to see in the dark.** Most of us as we age, stumble when our feet, somewhat numb set sail slow toward midnight's bathroom call bouncing like boats against strong headwinds.
Unlike a teen boy whose sharp eyes quickly pierce darkness, I am unable to gather flecks of sight in deepest night. My eyes, like my feet find some way to fight through years of wear and abuse to function enough to reach my perch of relief.
Soon the midnight treks will become so arduous no sexton nor settings will keep the strengthening winds from blowing me to whatever shore fate has cast for me.
* Inspired by Ted Kooser's last line of the poem, _Walking on Tiptoe_ ** That cats can see in total darkness is a myth.Β Β They do, however, have eyesight much better than most humans.