Home Again

As I close my weary eyes,

My imagination roars.

Dreams forcefully splash on me,

Erode my flesh,

And animate my senses,

Until I melt with the elements.  

Now I am nothing but a soul,

Ascending toward the sky,

Craving to be one with the clouds.

After wading through sunshine,

And rowing through rain,

My destination is in sight.

I penetrate the horizon,

And dive into a cordial pond of air.

I am home again. 

While treading its serene waters,

I am peacefully placid,

Jovial and free.

Overcome with bliss.

Suddenly,

Thunder cackles.

The air turns somber.

I slowly condense,

And effuse downward,

Accelerating like an arrow,

Piercing the sky’s layers.

Looking down, I am struck by déjà vu.

I familiar sight greets me as I splatter upon my face.

Reunited with my body,

My mind begins to breathe again,

And I am filled with jubilance.

But though I am awake I cannot help but so tired,

As if I hadn't slept at all.