Still on the theme of The Moon, this book was a favourite bedtime story to read to my daughter. A little rabbit says goodnight to every object in his bedroom in an attempt to prepare for , or delay, bedtime. The story quietens to a whisper as the room darkens and there is only the moon left to say 'goodnight' to.
We used to have to say 'goodnight' to everything in her room too. A bit of a pain for me who was champing at the bit to have some adult time but wonderfully calming and reassuring for her. That and a blessing was all it took and we have never had any sleep problems.
Remembering this routine some years later I wrote a 'Go to Sleep Moon' poem for her. The picture is by the wonderful artist Peter Alexander who I discovered on 'The English Muse' blog.
Go To Sleep Moon
New Moon,
Blue Moon,
Out Too Soon Moon.
Fine Moon,
Shine Moon,
Have A Good Time Moon.
Zoom Moon,
Soon Moon,
Wishes Come True Moon.
Gloom Moon,
Croon Moon,
Play Me A Tune Moon.
Glow Moon,
Know Moon,
Show Me Home Moon.
Clean Moon,
Gleam Moon,
Have A Sweet Dream Moon.
Peep Moon,
Deep Moon,
Time For Sleep Moon.
by Suzi
