I was so restless
I could not sleep
So I arose
Dressed and took a walk
Still a dark night
All was quiet
Morning yet to come
But light to see by
My friend was there
Moon skipped in and out
Of fluffy clouds
Follows me walk
Owl hooted with laughter
Playing with me
My face freshened
As the wind whispered
Secrets untold
Except to me
Then there was a howl
Wild dog baying
At my approach
How I love the scent
Of the night air
Nature's secret
Night my companion
How I love her
She's my true friend
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I feel a longing for the night when I read you lines.. Still I see very little of it in the Swedish summer filled with daylight...
ReplyDeleteThe night is often a soothing companion..a time of true reflection.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully executed :D
Night as the only companion seems so very peaceful...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, and you made me feel it too.
ReplyDeleteI hope she is a good friend..sometimes we all need a companion through the darkness..i liked the magic in this piece..the sense of adventure and taking in the noises and animals - curiously delicious!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could spend more time like this, walking in the night. It gives rise to deep thinking, and even epiphany.
ReplyDeleteNice night time reflection and walk ~ I was there inhaling the night's scented air ~
ReplyDeleteGrace
Yes, night is always a good friend, I think. One can always depend on her to share whatever gifts she has!
ReplyDeletethis is so reflective of my walks in the evening when the moon also watches me. i too, am retired and making every moment and evening count as if my last strolling in this mundane experience.
ReplyDeletegracias, mi amigo
It's perhaps a fulfillment to be strolling in peaceful surroundings in the cool of the night.This is not an everyday happening! True enough oldegg! Wonderful lines!
ReplyDeleteHank
A very-well deserved moment, Robin. To walk through nature with your ever reliable friend guiding your way.
ReplyDeleteI have often taken those night walks it clears the head as you take in the sounds of darkness. I liked how the moon skipped in and out.
ReplyDeleteI love "night my companion." We have both been moon-gazing this week, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI love how you describe the night air as Nature's secret. That is so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing to sit or walk under the night sky and take in nature through all our senses...beautifully penned Robin!
ReplyDeleteI love the night. You describe it so wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice little journey here. It's almost dream-like... and you could say never happened. Maybe you dreamed the whole thing?
ReplyDeleteLovely emotive piece. Well done.
ReplyDeleteI was guessing who is your friend....moon, the owl, wind, a dog,...a night you called...but feels like all above. Really enjoyed the atmosphere of your poem.
ReplyDeleteNight is indeed a constant companion.
ReplyDeleteRobin, I have not "seen" you in quite a while. So glad to know your heart is still in the writing. Night is a friend, yes, and I love how she whispers her "secrets untold/except to me," a real gift. Thanks! Amy
ReplyDeleteRiveting piece, Robin. Enjoyed the glory of the night ...all with a message of unity/discord..., very much part of nature. The laughing owl robbed my heart...
ReplyDeletehow mystical is that! in my world, it was the mountains and i loved to climb one to escape family drama to dream away on long, hot humid days back in the islands!!!
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