Fire and Rain

Ravina stared ahead at the dark mountains blending with the dark night sky. Stars were sprinkled all over the black canvas and the crescent moon shone with its silver light. The leaves on the trees gently swayed to the soft night breeze and the sound of the river flowing beneath hummed in the quietness. 

She couldn't explain it, but she felt something different inside. She felt more awake, more focused, and less tired. It was hard to understand and explain but she felt lighter as if someone had lifted heavy weights off her mind and she could see and feel better. 

It was that sleep. It had to be. She couldn't recall the last time she had a restful sleep. She almost cursed when she woke up. 

Carefully this time she stood up from her seat. Her muscles were sore as she took herself to stand against the rim and then watched the river.