Tuesday, March 18, 2025

A Constant Vigil

The watchman stands punctilious guard

As his charges rest in sweet repose.

He speaks no word, makes not a sound

To stir the hush as darkness grows.

 

His mission clear: to still all fear to

Grant them winsome peaceful sleep.

His warry eyes rest on the prize,

Relentless, as he tends his keep.

 

Woe to those who dare to breach

The borders he is sworn to tend.

No interlopers penetrate

Where he has chosen to defend.

 

And so must we all watchful be

With steadfast caution, circumspect

Of demons lurking in the dark,

Our one and only task: protect.

 

Prudence brings its own reward

Rejoicing with exuberance, for

Caution begets peace of mind

To those who practice vigilance.

 


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