LOST FRIEND

I had a friend I seem to have lost,
And naturally, this bothers me.
I don't lose a friend lightly,
It's a serious matter .. you'll see.
 
This acquaintence used to visit me
At late hours, during the night.
The recent absence of this friend,
Leaves me in quite a plight!
 
I'm not as alert .. certainly not as fresh,
As, at one time I used to be.
The 'shortage' of this friend is to blame
For the condition in which I find me!
 
The human body, God miraculously designed.
It's a mystery, to say the least;
But it does have its limitations,
To keep going it must have SLEEP!
 
Yes, SLEEP, precious SLEEP!
So many years the friend I abused.
Now I WANT it, NEED it.. PRAY for it!
It's a friend we should never lose!
 
My mind, right at this moment
Is so weary of being awake...
My body cries out for that gentle repose..
Dear God, how much more can I take?
 
                            jac 3-5-81