Slow exhales in close quarters,
release swirls of hot steam.
Calming notes of chamomile and mint bursting from my cup.
Eyes closed.
Filling me with a sense of security;
as if each breath out, breaks down my fatigue from the day
allowing me to wipe it away, as you would a mirror after a steamy shower.
Window cracked.
The pitter patter of rain as lightning illuminates the sky;
my feet encased by my fathers wool socks
buried deep beneath my covers searching for warmth.
Slow exhale.
& I sink deeper into my bed, detaching myself from reality,
erasing today's to-do list
trying desperately not to create tomorrows.
A long slow sip.
Clinging to its heat - begging it to stay,
reluctantly letting it dissipate from my tongue
as if it would help me unwind faster.
I close my eyes.
I see my Mothers warm radiant smile,
my Fathers soft caring eyes
& my two Brothers' inviting protective embrace.
Blessed, I am.
Slow exhale.
A crisp fresh breeze tickles my nose,
I feel my skin melt into my sheets;
welcoming relaxing rejuvenation.
Slow exhale...
May 13, 2014
May 13, 2014 at 11:56 AM UTC
Slow exhales in close quarters,
release swirls of hot steam.
Calming notes of chamomile and mint bursting from my cup.
Eyes closed.
Filling me with a sense of security;
as if each breath out, breaks down my fatigue from the day
allowing me to wipe it away, as you would a mirror after a steamy shower.
Window cracked.
The pitter patter of rain as lightning illuminates the sky;
my feet encased by my fathers wool socks
buried deep beneath my covers searching for warmth.
Slow exhale.
& I sink deeper into my bed, detaching myself from reality,
erasing today's to-do list
trying desperately not to create tomorrows.
A long slow sip.
Clinging to its heat - begging it to stay,
reluctantly letting it dissipate from my tongue
as if it would help me unwind faster.
I close my eyes.
I see my Mothers warm radiant smile,
my Fathers soft caring eyes
& my two Brothers' inviting protective embrace.
Blessed, I am.
Slow exhale.
A crisp fresh breeze tickles my nose,
I feel my skin melt into my sheets;
welcoming relaxing rejuvenation.
Slow exhale...
