THE NIGHT (2)

(If you're looking for part one, it's here)

I like the night.
Cooler breezes
wend their ways through 
open apartment windows.
They make a cool room
in which I can sleep with
wool blanket or
feather duvet, if
I need it.
The contrast of warm and cool
soothes my soul
comforts my body,
readies me for 
a good night's sleep

I like the night.
In our darkened apartment
the everyday demands
of preparing meals,
and doing dishes,
and keeping things tidy,
and conversation,
and writing and reading,
are set aside.
Instead, night invites
quietness and restfulness — 
or, if not deep restfulness,
at least some relaxation,
and some time for reflection —
not as easily done
in the garish sun.



~ Bear ~