I'll Sleep When I'm Dead

Written pissed off after having sleeping and medical problems that I've been given no answers for.

Another sleepless night, as the hours creep by me. The clock ticks to the heart pounding aggravation. Angry thoughts whispering in my head - I suppose I can sleep when I'm dead. So achey and worn this hollow suit I use for a body - some kind of medical experiment, not anymore important to the quality of human existence in the medical world. Calling Dr. Quackhead - prescribe me something! Anything. Another grand mountain of pills that do more harm to me than without them. Screaming thoughts, when will this s**t finally end? As an orange glow peers through my windows, welcoming me to a brand new day -- where I start the cycle all over again....Oh well, I guess I'll sleep when I'm dead.

Reviews

[Sarah]

I really like how the story/poem is focused around the phrase, "I'll sleep when I'm dead" it's interesting the craziness that lack of sleep can inspire, and how quickly you feel like you're dying when you can't rest. This short piece definitely captures that madness.

[Enigma]

Being sick for longer lengths of time bother me as well. I hate being exhausted all day long, as if there's not one more bit of energy left in me, even if i wake up in the morning. That frustration of a body which is not getting back on track is clearly spread out in your words. And yes, the most powerful, peaceful and endless sleep is what we all know as death. Great write.

P.S. - I hope you get well soon. :)

[Jvl narasimharao]

You are true.Death is just long and eternal sleep
yoursJVL

[Y.F.]

When I can't seem to fall asleep, I usually find myself walking around the house, burning off thoughts as well as energy. Sometimes if I'm too tired and still can't sleep I just find something to do, just so I could focus on other things for a while. Then, if I'm lucky, I forget all about whatever botherd me and go to sleep. Not a "sure thing" solution, but maybe it could help.

[Tasha]

This was a really great reading.
♥ Ta'Shandra

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

A most targeted and relentless piece, makes for good reading!