Velvet night falls,
Peaceful night sounds call.
Sleep eludes me tonight.
Quietness surrounds,
Stars shine down,
Small points of light in the canvas above.
I am alone but not lonely,
Thoughts tumble and churn
In a mind too awake to slumber.
My cat purrs at my side
Content to just be;
Not demanding, just here in the moment.
Peaceful and serene
No loud noises to ruin my dreams.
If only I could close my eyes
And slip away.