Is it guilt or just the lightning?
She would say it is physics
Rather than an omen, unconnected
With my hopefully victimless crime.

The particular wisdom of
The early hours is a benefit
I seldom receive these days;
As I age I wonder whether it was
Merely adolescent catharsis
That took the place of sleep.

This morning, I understand
That it is not sadness I need
To enable creation but simply
The time to create, a space
In my life into which
To pour my heart and soul.

Hopefully she realises this too,
Reopening her heart as
Wide eyed joy fills the cracks in her life.

06/08/2025

Posted on 09/29/2025
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