Wake up from a restful night,
complex vision blocks sun light,
heartbeat marches to pure fright,
giant monster in full sight.
Shadow view transforms to black,
blood pressure does jumping jacks,
equilibrium, out of wack,
beast growls loudly, windows crack.
Goosebumps come out for a peek,
cold sweat does not drip, it leaks,
both knees buckle, head feels weak,
paralysis feels so bleak.
Palms transform to water streams,
step outside, greeted by screams.
Try to breath, but inhale steam,
wake up from this frightful dream.
Open eyes then gasp for air,
chills raise follicles of hair,
pant away all tense despair,
back to sleep without a care.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Response to Sadje’s picture prompt on What Do You See # 221 January 15 , 2024
