Don't fear the Boogieman

Life isn't about what-ifs

Mama,

I can't sleep

The room is dark

And I am weak

And I cant dream

Cause all I see are nightmares

That's when

She walked in

And comfort

It sets in

And I feel

Better than I have been

She says

Son wont you lie down

And let go of all your fears

There's nothing in your closet

Nor a sound for you to hear

The nights been calm for most it's span

Be brave

And don't fear the boogieman

As I aged

And as I grew

The terrors and nightmares

Unfortunately

They did too

What was once a creature in my closet

Was now a job, a wife and bank deposits

As much as I hate

That I'm awake most the night

I still feel the same way

Just with much different frights

What if I'm laid off

What if I lose

My wife and my kids

And all that I do.

My love then rolled over

And grabbed on my arm

Said unto me

The most keen words thus far.

She says

Hun wont you lie down

And let go of all your fears.

Not a single thing is wrong

Nor has been for years.

Your life has been great for most of its span

You know better than this

Don't fear the boogieman.

Reviews

[LastMonth]

I expected a terrifying story.
I mean, it says don't fear the boogieman at the title.
But I was expecting it to be a 'Don't fear the boogiemen' sarcastically.

Anyhow, great little poem.
It really radiates with the warmth and love of a protecting mother.
And obviously it is very sweet that the wife overtakes that role so seamlessly.
Good job.

[Shroud]

This is a beautifully worded poem and I enjoyed reading it. I expecting a warning or a horror rendition of the boogieman but this was a pleasant surprise. Good job!

[Diane]

Another way of looking at fear from a child's view to an adults view. I really liked it.

[Nipplegrinder]

This is really good writing. I expected something dark. You delivered just that in a completely unexpected and relevant manner. Having turned 50 today, there is a resonance here.
I enjoyed this.

[Desiree O'Neal]

wow this was really good, it really hit me, I loved it.

[MAD ENGLISHMAN]

Wonderful. An inspiring piece of writing. Lovely.

[Jackie]

I really enjoyed how the player out frombwhen you were a child to when you were an adult. Was a lovely comparison and or analogy. Spectacular read.

[Raylene]

I like the analogy great work in my opinion Don t fret over the title as the previous review said for the symbolism of the boogie man from child to adult is enjoyable .

[PhoenixDown]

Bravo. This is fantastic. Really great job with this.

[UnapologeticPoet]

I really enjoy the story-like feel of this poem, you did an excellent job!