Nap Time

The older I get
The more I appreciate
A good nap.
I wake during the night,
Disturbed by
Aches
And pains
And random thoughts
And the urge to pee.
Then it takes a while
To return to sleep.
I awake 
Somewhat refreshed
But still
Somewhat tired.
So I appreciate
Sitting in my recliner,
Feet up,
Eyes closed,
Taking a break.

However,
I know that 
Some days are not
Suitable for naps.
Meetings,
Errands,
The rest needs to wait.
I do not doze off
During 
Press conferences,
National security briefings,
Or sporting events that
I have inserted myself into,
Disturbing the enjoyment
Of those who have splurged
To buy tickets.

I also do not have access
To nuclear codes.
I am not commander in chief
Of the armed forces.
And I am not responsible
For the well-being 
Of an entire nation.
If I were,
And found myself
Napping
At inappropriate times,
It would be time 
To step aside
And let someone else
Do that job.