Laughter fills her head
As she dances with the dead
Each morning lost
At slumbers cost
Stealing more than the day

When her penance is paid
And sadness no longer lay ed
At the once innocent feet
Of a dreamy eyed young maid
Relief offered by defeat

Reality comes quick
Flame fading from the wick
Flickering thief
Offers sweet relief
When brief slumber
Cradles her in his eternal crept