Sleep, he said
For you are weary
And the night cold
Rest your precious eyes, flashing
Emerald stones though they may be
Dream of peace
The kind men long for and
Remember the dream well
For you may never witness its like again
Let your body limp
Open the door of you to let it wander
Do not be afraid to allow the simple air
You breathe traverse your entire
Being
Feel the blood flowing, coursing through
Your veins. Hear your heart beat
Lungs accepting oxygen
Your brain swimming in pools of thought
Relax
Be content for just one evening
Knowing simply that you are living