At this hour…
The weekend stretches before me, untouched and promising. Three slumbering children (and one comatose husband) are tucked in their beds. A favorite alpaca blanket from Ecuador drapes across my legs. A cup of steaming Swiss tea beckons from the coffee table. A list of to-dos waits in the wings, surprisingly patient. I sit and watch the first rays of sunshine climb into the sky, Timid at first, then gaining a bravado that declares the day has begun. ****************************** Several of my slices this year have come as inspiration from Elisabeth at The Dirigible Plum, who’s theme for this year’s Slice of Life challenge is finding inspiration in the writing of others. This has inspired me to branch out, read more slices from more individuals I don’t know in this writing community, gleaning ideas for writing styles, formats, voices, themes, purposes and so much more. Today’s slice idea happens to be borrowed specifically from Elisabeth (who borrowed it from several others!). I’ve been waiting to use it on a weekend when I’m actually sitting and the world isn’t racing to meet me.
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vicki schranz
3/12/2022 09:39:30 am
I too love and appreciate the early morning hours as the sun begins to add light to the dark morning. Something about the quietness and the calmness that brings on energy to accomplish all that needs to get done during the day. Enjoy your Saturday.
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vossh
3/12/2022 06:45:45 pm
It's been so long since I've had this quiet kind of morning. It made the day so much better!
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Megan Fitzsimmons
3/12/2022 11:30:13 am
This is such a fun take on things! I love this style and will have to borrow as well. I hope you enjoyed the early morning silence, even if it was brief.
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vossh
3/12/2022 06:46:31 pm
I thought the same thing when I read it! Such a nice way to capture a moment.
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Heidi (Book Dragon)
3/12/2022 12:58:45 pm
What a lush slice! You captured the beauty and stillness of a home before the occupants arise.
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vossh
3/12/2022 06:47:33 pm
I love that you call them occupants! Ha! It was a beautiful hour to myself. Thanks for reading and leaving a comment.
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