Exhaustion creeps in like a fog Heavy eyes...heavy mind Breaks in time unrealized Hands of time to unwind. The fog doesn't dissipate Images few and far between Just as quickly as they appear They are gone sight unseen. Sleep doesn't come easily Words heard and jumbled Tasks left undone Wishes made though mumbled. Time goes on uninterrupted Unattached though it may seem Actions occur without involvement Am I there or do I dream? Nerves raw overly sensitive Emotions change in waves Is this sleep I need so badly Or intervention that saves? Tears they do come easily Words shoot out in ire Reaction swift yet unfounded Apologies they do require. Curling up within myself I block the whole world out Freedom from pain or hurt I seek Is sleep the only route? I immerse myself within the fog Nowhere to be found By those I hurt with unsaid words Unintentionally round and round. Is it really exhaustion Or some manifestation A means of escape From sadness and depression? So off I go, another day in life Surrounded by friends so dear Afraid of losing them and myself I hope that they do hear.