Eyoh Etim
I woke up and suddenly
I started loving everything.
I realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and suddenly
I began loving everyone.
I realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and suddenly
I forgave all offences and their officers.
I realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and suddenly
everything looks so beautiful.
I realised that that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and broke out in thanksgiving.
I suddenly realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and peace filled my soul.
I cast away the cloak of worries.
I suddenly realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and remembered my Maker.
I suddenly realised that that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and the sun shone the brightest ever.
I suddenly realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
I woke up and I am determined to complete all tasks.
For I have suddenly realised that
in that sleep, I could have breathed my last.
I woke up and called family and friends.
I suddenly realised that
that sleep could have been my last.
Now I dance to the music played by the wind. I sing along with the rhythm of the running bath water. The cricket’s noise now has its own melody. I see light in the darkness of the night. The sun doesn’t shine harshly again; it now smiles on the world. The rain is not the ruin of a perfect day; she is nature’s blessing to the world. The moon is more beautiful when gazed at with grateful eyes. Gratitude is not just a word. It is the sauce that spices life up. I choose gratitude today and always.