From time to time,

I like to lay on my bed,

Flat on my stomach

With my head in my hands.

As much as I want to,

I do not sleep,

For regret and drowsiness

Were sure to follow.

I just

Cradle

My head

Ever-

so-slightly.

Time has passed.

The baby stops weeping,

And for a brief moment,

There is peace.

Shireen Agharazi-Dormani

Shireen Agharazi-Dormani is an artist with strong opinions, a fear of social interactions, and one hell of a sweet tooth. Needs at least 10 hours of sleep and lots of hugs. Handle with care: very sensitive.