goodnight

A city that never slept is now falling asleep. When was the last time she got a moment to herself? When was the last time someone wasn’t walking all over her? Empty subway stations and traffic lights are still on their same frequency of wondering: when are they coming? But she won’t allow it. She won’t allow it because she has finally fallen asleep. She is so tired, so very tired. Tired of the noise that rings out through the night and floats in and out of the day like a pesky bug. We have failed you with our ignorance and incompetence. We have abused you and worn you out like a broken toy. You give, and give, and give while we just take. We are selfish and manipulative and at the end of the night you’re still there. You’ll always be there to pick up the pieces. You’ll be there glowing brightly, our North Star. Now we will pick up your pieces and guide you home. For now, you just rest.

Revati Gelda is 17 years old and is a junior in high school. She lives in Tivoli, NY.