try (fitfully)
to sleep; i’m
depleted from
preparations:
hop, shop, clean,
bake, make room
in “mama’s inn”
for (too late… or
too early?) arrival
so….. please (!)
don’t bang that
door (again) !!
yet, come & go,
and also know
you’re more
cherished
than sleep
to me .
My 44-word quadrille for dVerse as we end poetic year with a bang!
a poem in my pocket 
Dec 12, 2024 @ 20:14:02
It can be hectic, but if it is rewarding in the end, it is worth it.
Dec 14, 2024 @ 17:46:52
Absolutely!
Dec 10, 2024 @ 10:34:58
A lot of work and noise but there are rewards too.
Dec 10, 2024 @ 12:23:56
YES to it all, Bjorn!
Dec 10, 2024 @ 05:15:59
Wow luv this. Happy you dropped by my blog
Much❤️💚love
Dec 10, 2024 @ 09:53:08
i appreciate your appreciation, Gillena 🙂
Dec 09, 2024 @ 22:44:21
Lynn, your poem gave me the warm fuzzies. You’re right, it’s mayhem, but it’s worth it.
Dec 10, 2024 @ 09:52:35
So true, Lisa! Maybe i need “warm fuzzy” pajamas….
Dec 09, 2024 @ 21:27:05
Lovely! That’s a mother’s heart!❤️
Take it easy and enjoy your time with them. Merry Christmas in advance, Lynn.
Dec 10, 2024 @ 09:51:26
Thanks for the fun prompt…Merry Christmas!
Dec 10, 2024 @ 12:35:34
I am glad you enjoyed the prompt. 🙂
Dec 09, 2024 @ 18:33:48
That is a very sweet ending, Lynn. You are right!
Dec 09, 2024 @ 20:43:11
❤
Dec 09, 2024 @ 18:31:33
Those preparations can drain me too. Enjoy the rest and lock the door!
Dec 10, 2024 @ 09:50:36
Thanks, Grace! ;D