Until the Sunrise

Sunrise, sunset -

Another day has drifted by...

Except this one flew instead -

Right out of my hands

Reds and pinks painted the sky

As I looked out the 3rd floor window at school -

Downtown was just waking up,

But I had been up for awhile...

Before I could blink

We were already at lunch

Science and Social Studies stations

And then, POOF,

The school bell rang

And it was time to go home.

Progress reports to submit,

Plans for tomorrow to adjust -

Never a dull moment,

Even after the students go home...

But finally we got to leave too -

Thank goodness the drive was smooth.

Off and running at the gym was next -

I am convinced that's the only way

I stay up to date with the news.

And it keeps my mind occupied,

As I'd rather be elsewhere than on a treadmill

A simple dinner and snacks

Were easily prepared when I got back.

And a shower to clean up was good too.

I almost forgot the BCS Championship on TV -

New Orleans looks beautiful all lit up.

And now the dilemma presents itself -

To bed early so that tomorrow I may feel rested?

Or to stay up and watch a favorite TV show

(or the National Championship)?

Hmm...Choices, choices...

Sleep sounds so good...

My mind is already dreaming -

I think I've made my decision.

And so, good night, 

And sleep well...

Until the sunrise.