Poetry

Let Me Slumber

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Penny Wilson Writes

Under the stars
the grass is cool
against my fevered skin

You are in silhouette
but I know your breath
as it warms me

The breezes carry
your scent to me

The fireflies dance
as if in celebration

I’m intoxicated
by the night

If in a dream
let me slumber

I do not wish
the daylight
to intrude

Author: Penny Wilson Writes

Penny Wilson is a freelance writer who writes in several genres. She has written articles for WOW Women on Writing. Her poetry has been published in online journals, such as Ariel Chart, Spill Words Press and the Poppy Road Review. Penny is a member of the Austin Poetry Society. Her poetry has been featured in the publication America's Emerging Poets 2018 & 2019 by Z Publishing and Poets Quarterly and Dual Coast Magazine published by Prolific Press. Penny is an advocate for Mental Health Awareness and has the page "Mental Health Help" on her blog. She writes about the struggles of mental illnesses and Depression. She is passionate about spreading awareness for Suicide Prevention and Domestic Abuse. She expresses her passion through her writings of poetry and life experiences. You can find more of her writings on her blog at https://pennywilsonwrites.com/ and follow her on Twitter @pennywilson123. View All Posts