Poetry by Richard Perry: Eventide
Eventide
Sunlight fades in the western sky
As darkness consumes the light of day
The hectic pace of the day now ended
The quiet hours of evening surround us
Time to rest and refresh our minds
Looking back on the day now past
The experiences and things learned
As we safely settle in our home
We thank God for helping us through
For the many blessings we received
His gentle guidance, love, and care
As the hour approaches for our rest
We say our prayers and then sleep
To refresh our bodies and our minds
Preparing for the unknown tomorrow.
Pictured: Richard Perry at Half & Half Restaurant in Reading. Photo by Taylor Gregory.
Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own poetry, short fiction, essays, or personal reflections for publication on The Reading Observer by emailing TGregory@TheReadingObserver.com. We look forward to reading your work!