541 - Earthquake!

Earthquake! Last night, due to a network glitch
Causing a loss of internet access,
I went to bed early with a book which
Was dull enough to remove any stress:
A well-known book, by Thomas a Kempis,
Preaching docility and acceptance
To the poor of the late Middle Ages,
Who might otherwise rebel, take offence.
The light turned off, radio lulling sense,
But sleep was slow to come; I'd always twitch
Myself awake, steadily getting less
Sleepy, more tired. My bed began to dance.
Alarmed, I sat up. My bed rocked and pitched.
Was someone underneath? Then, quietness.
Wed 27 Feb 2008