Don't we all wish for some news to come along that makes us feel better? You remind us that somewhere there should be news that makes us say "Yes!". Good write Glenn.

Boy oh boy can I ever relate to this one!!! Can I ever. Last night is the first time I've slept the night through in what seems like weeks. Where you been, Glenn? Sure have missed you. Maybe this will help...? I hope... Antithesis... for your amusement

Yes, really a great write, Glenn. Love what you say in the nutshell that is stanza 5...Has me wondering if future historians might conclude that our age suffered from a collective obsessive-compulsive disorder: the pathological need to repetitively seek out reasons for how bad life is. Amid torrents of bad news we should maybe remember that what we do in times of greatest trial can be our greatest triumph. Delighted. Thanks.

I am glad that post all the yearnings of poets, there are still jewels to be plucked from the muse's belly button, or forehead, and this Glenn is one jewel which you make sparkle in my eyes to such an effect and more than I can articulate in words.

I resemble that remark. Bro, this one is right on. I too lay there watching the clock tick on, minute by minute, waiting for those threads to part so I can slip through. Thanks for putting it so well.

The early morning/late night thoughts that keep you from rest and hastens your descent into groggy madness. The worries of the world seem so much more oppressive at that time of night. Great read.

This reminds me of the song, 'Hope There's Someone' by Antony and the Johnsons...and what I love is that you aren't talking about happiness or joy or contentment -you're simply asking for a little bit of peace to trickle onto you...beautifully written. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8b5HHRT8xvw

I love this.It perfectly describes many sleepless nights I have recently had. I hate it when I can't shut my brain off and I hear the ringing in my ears even louder. This is a great poem and very relatable. :)

You described my own sleepless nights so well Glenn -down to the positional changes as you fight for that sliver of peace - and the angst that impelled them. I wish you peace of mind, sir. It is a treasure you well deserve.

This piece thoroughly depicts the fractured mind-body. The mind can only find peace when it occupies its seat, not away from body, not in the assumed dead or projected time.

It's Sunday- I got up at 5:30 this morning. I would have given ANYTHING to go back to sleep. I couldn't. I fcind that I am getting up earlier and earlier. I really can relate to this piece. A GREAT write- thanks.

I always hated the sound of birds churping myself after a night of insomnia, and those first piercing rays of sunlight. Excellent job of capturing the moment(s) Glenn.

Perfectly describes what I have been feeling lately, especially when trying to rest or even sleep amidst what surrounds us each day. I have just been away for 10 days traveling without news. I must say, I am better for it! Love that last stanza, Glenn!

Yes, that soft, sweet dark should be the one place of retreat, the one place to take us when our thoughts won't leave us be. It's a betrayal of sorts, I think. Well, at least it would be if it wasn't just a matter of the debris that won't clear so we can get to it. Excellent write, Glenn.

This is lovely Glenn, even though the emotions are sad, you provide such an exact picture here. Nicely written.

I know the feeling well Glenn. Well done. CharMin

I like the others identify with this. I find I get up earlier, and I cannot go back to sleep. sometimes its my best thinking time of the day

uhg . . . so tired and disturbed you can't fall asleep. I like that the serenity prayer is a go to. Great write!

...glenn, a wonderous write, and it gets a tad Garthish at the end with that poor ant having to tote all your problems...love it. this retiring [sheesh!] where does the time go, eh?