Screwtape
Yearning Shadows: Ritt Momney's Midnight Reflections
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I could use a good dream tonight
I desire a positive dream experience tonight.
Or even just some sleep
I would settle for some sleep at the very least.
But I'm held by a conscious mind
My consciousness and awareness prevent me from easily achieving rest.
And a fear of what darkness brings
I'm afraid of what the darkness, possibly symbolic of the unknown or troubles, may bring.
The sun lights my past like summer
The sunlight represents my past, reminiscent of summer.
While the night hides the road ahead
The night conceals the path forward, creating uncertainty about the future.
And my eyes don't know which to choose
I am torn between the positive and negative aspects of my life.
So they'll stay turned back in my head
My confusion leads me to avoid making a choice; my eyes metaphorically turn away from decision-making.
We hid in your car for days
We spent an extended period in your car, sharing an intimate space.
Told you I wanted for nothing
I expressed contentment, claiming I lacked nothing.
Then my wants all turned to needs
Over time, my desires evolved into essential needs.
And my needs all turned away
However, those needs were unfulfilled, causing a shift in my perspective.
I play these keys for hours
I spend extended periods playing musical keys, possibly a piano, for hours.
With my dog sitting at my feet
My loyal dog accompanies me, sitting at my feet during these sessions.
She's not here 'cause she likes the sound
The dog is not there for the music but seeks my attention and affection.
She just wants me to pick her up
The dog desires physical closeness, wanting to be picked up.
Just give me a time and a place
If given a specific time and place, I express doubt in my ability to be punctual or successful.
And surely I won't make it
If instructed to stay away, I am likely to be present.
But tell me to stay away
There is no situation that can be easily won or resolved.
And surely I'll be there
Reflecting on past advice or warnings, I might have avoided my current state of exhaustion.
No such thing as a winnable fight
If someone had warned me about the impossibility of certain battles, I might have avoided fatigue.
And if someone had told me earlier
I might not be in my current weary state if I had received earlier guidance.
Then maybe I wouldn't be here
Regret for not heeding advice earlier.
Maybe I wouldn't be so tired
Expressing weariness and exhaustion from past experiences or choices.
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