The sun's gone down, the day is done, <br />Now go to sleep, my little one. <br /> <br /> <br />All good things must end a while, <br />The breath of sleep must hide your smile. <br />Your sparkling eyes must close and rest, <br />The land of dreams must be your guest. <br /> <br />The sun, while shining bright all day, <br />Must to the silver moon give way <br />And have his beauty sleep as well, <br />And in the morning you will tell <br /> <br />He's bright and chirpy in the sky, <br />A new-found twinkle in his eye, <br />All set to brighten up the day <br />And keep those nasty clouds at bay. <br /> <br />And you will, too, when morning's here, <br />Be full of bubbles, full of cheer, <br />Refreshed and walking with a spring, <br />You'll want to laugh and play and sing. <br /> <br />Now I must tip-toe from your side <br />And let the angels be your guide. <br />They heard you whisper your late prayer <br />And now you're safely in their care. <br /> <br />We've had some laughs, we've had some fun, <br />Now go to sleep, my little one.<br /><br />Terry Donovan<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/now-go-to-sleep-my-little-one/
