The evening ends,
like it begins,
in reverse.

Don’t want to fall asleep,
so much to do right now.
A little bit more,
and then it’s free time,
to use as you please.

Up too late,
need to drift away.
Listen to the white noise,
and let go.

Don’t want to wake up,
this feels so good.
A little bit more,
then off to work,
because you don’t own this time.

The day begins,
like it ends,
in reverse.