Nicholas Briggs

Chilled Turtle

Here in my cage, I am peaceful like a rock. Resting.

Prolonged wakefulness due to people. Stressing.

I wait for summer patiently. Fasting.


Sitting, lonely, outstretched for the sun

Waiting for winter to end and be done

The cold hibernation is no fun

 

The bright lights prevent sleep

In slow motion I creep

Down into the deep





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