Simpleton
ignoring tiny nips
Naked facts sting sharply.
Dreamer
sleeping, gentle nudges
Pushing turns to shoving.
Awaken
disoriented confusion
Reality permeating.
Finally
cloudy vision clears
Waving flags turn pink to red.
Migraine
ringing in my ears
Distant warning bells chime loudly.
Disappointment
wishing I was sleeping
Idealist has surrendered.