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Before Sunrise

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In the stillness of morning
I can truly cherish
each sacred moment
as I am all too well aware
that it won’t last much longer
the phone will ring
everyone will soon rise
the musts and wants awaken
tugging for attention at my skirt
come midday I’ll crave
Just one tiny second to myself
A place where I can sneak away
But right this minute
Let me bask in this instant of perfection
While it’s in my hand
And hold this breath of silence
That sways in the morning air as
The sun rises in all its glorious splendor



AP: Honorable Mention 2020

Submitted on March 10, 2020 for contest STRAND CHOICE C sponsored by BRIAN STRAND  -  RANKED 3RD

Originally posted on October 30, 2018

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John Michaels Date: 11/14/2018 3:59:00 PM You captured that moment perfectly, Line!! Nicely-penned. Regards, John. Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 11/14/2018 5:53:00 PM Thank you so much, John, for your much appreciated visit and comment.

Gershon Wolf Date: 10/31/2018 1:41:00 PM You've captured the moment and the feeling so well. Bravo! :) Gershon Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 10/31/2018 1:42:00 PM Thank you so much, Gershon. Most appreciated.

Rhona Mcferran Date: 10/30/2018 5:02:00 PM Gloriously rendered... I love the quiet times like this! ;) Login to Reply Rhona Mcferran Date: 10/31/2018 8:36:00 AM Thanks! You too, my friend! ;) Line Gauthier Date: 10/30/2018 5:43:00 PM Thank you so much for your lovely visit and comment, Rhona. I wish you many such perfect moments.

Tom Cunningham Date: 10/30/2018 2:00:00 PM Best time of the day for sure, especially in summertime. Before I retired that was when I used to get up, felt like the world was mine for an hour. Lovely verse Line. Tom. Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 10/30/2018 4:25:00 PM Absolutely, what an awesome feeling, Tom.

Sandra L. Weiss Date: 10/30/2018 1:58:00 PM You are off and running... glad you have a perfect morning to appreciate before that happens. This is lovely, Line Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 10/30/2018 4:25:00 PM Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Sandra.

Chris Green Date: 10/30/2018 12:11:00 PM Early mornings when everyone else is asleep is the most peaceful time of day. Your poems expresses that beautifully. Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 10/30/2018 4:26:00 PM Thank you so much for your lovely visit and comment, Chris.