NPR Poetry Challenge

My submission:

I would like to continue sleeping.
Your nudge tickles my dream
I imagine I am awake and smile
Your cool glare brings a shiver
I look for a sweater
Your shaking is rousing
I raise my head and say “earthquake”
Your slap opens my eyes
I recognize respect is needed
Your love wakes for a moment.

See details and submit your own, here: https://www.npr.org/2023/03/03/1160579304/poetry-challenge-tell-us-how-naps-restore-you