NIGHT

When does it begin, I mean really begin?  I've finished my daily events-closed the door on today- It's still light and the birds are in flight.  I've watched the clouds pass overhead and turn gray- The stars begin to appear and sparkle, much to the delight of many, including me but..... I'm awake enjoying the wonder of the day......... or is it night?  

Now my ears are pleased with the hoot of an owl in the distant. Has that made this time into night? 

Isn't night suppose to be dark and fearful? Has another door opened?  It's beautiful, restful but not sleepy.

(written at my first workshop with a prompt given by Jessica Treat, teacher author, in May 2013)