HOW QUICKLY THEY GROW

Poetry
Written By Farah Lawal Harris

Much peace. Today’s poetry prompt is:

Write your own poem that takes place at night, and describes something magical or strange that happens but that no one is awake (or around) to notice.

Here is my poem:

HOW QUICKLY THEY GROW

By Farah Lawal Harris, 2026

When little lids close,

small bodies grow.

Proteins and hormones secrete,

splashing from brain to feet,

the vivid subconscious dreams,

food digests and bones stretch.

It’s quite the miracle—

seeing bare ankles in the morning

replacing the cloth you saw

just the night before.

Big lids close and marvel

at how childhood is ephemeral.

Farah Lawal Harris

Farah Lawal Harris is an artist and breast cancer survivor who inspires people to overcome obstacles and be well. Through vulnerable storytelling, writing, and theatre, Farah makes people feel less alone and more able to tap into their personal power to be their best, creative selves.

https://www.farahlawalharris.com
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