the night is deepening...

The night is deepening.
It thickens and becomes less talkative.
It compels the street to sleep, like the swinging watch of the hypnotist.
It does this every day.

But in the cold gumtree hills, the animals are awake, quivering with life.

— Tim Mallon (@PatMalo85776814) June 26, 2020

Last night....my night deepened quite early...for me, 9:30pm...Sleep insistently beckoned...tired from doing the little things...cleaning window ledges...shaking out the rug...sweeping leaves...Those little things matter to me because they keep my world comfortable and clear, so I can focus on important writing and dreaming...