As I Lay Waiting
One more night slipping into
the small hours of the morning
where dreams and truth can merge
and reality is rarely obvious.
Here the stillness is serene, yet disconcerting.
It amplifies the emptiness
present in your absence. I wait
with mounting anticipation of your return,
knowing I cannot surrender to the shadows
and fall into their dreamscapes.
Without a companion
I lay waiting, catatonic,
longing for my guide.
About Cole Bradburn
I'm a writer and doctor in lifelong pursuit of health, happiness, and adventure. I currently live in Raleigh, NC with the love of my life and our amazing boys.
Powerful post!
Thank you Dan
Did you get inspiration for the title from the poem As I Lay Dying?
I really like this one. The picture is great too.
I did not even think about that… may have subconsciously? Thank you, I really liked the picture too.
Great wordplay and emotional connection. I like the images you’ve created as well. My wife works nights, so I easily relate to the speaker.