Survival

The sun is playing hide & seek

Through the clouds an occasional peek

The wind in my hair

A chill in the air

So far an emotional week.

Alternating joy & sorrow

Ups & downs like there’s no tomorrow

The highs & lows

Are dealing blows

I’m all spent, just feeling hollow.

An afternoon immersed in art

Painting & playing my part

The paint dries

As time flies

Brings some gladness to my heart.

Food is served, it’s shepherds’ pie

I eat with gusto, my oh my

Tastes that please

As I feel my hunger ease

Contentment is mine by & by.

Yes I will sleep tonight

Tucked up nice & tight

If my dreams attack

I will fight back

To wake in the morning light.