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Early Morning By the Lake

I sit on my couch on the terrace watching the dawn.
The struggling sun is still hugging the eastern mountains.
It shines with a shy orange hue casting no shadows.
A sweet breath blows inwards from over the placid lake.

Upon the roof, I hear the low murmur of wild doves.
Spring is not so far, may it arrive quickly enough.
I look down on my lawn, alas the white crocus spent,
It matters not since fragrant flowers will now flourish.

Wild plants can already be seen, their buds opening,
Cyprus sedge, Winterberry holly amongst others
Will provide the water's edge with grandiose landscape.
A skein of geese in usual formation flew fast enough,

No doubt eager to find a place for their mating spree.
And as the sun begins it upwards trajectory,
I languish so pleasantly in the countryside's peace,
Wait with enthusiasm, as my wife prepares breakfast,
Inhale the fine aroma of fresh roasted dark coffee.
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Kiser Avatar
July 15, 2021 at 7:02 PM
That's quite a beautiful morning, I can smell the coffee, hear the doves; beautiful imagery.
Roper Avatar
July 5, 2021 at 6:58 AM
You made feel like I was there, very comforting. A very well written verse. Hugs Eve
Smith Avatar
July 3, 2021 at 11:53 PM
Another poem for new poets to consider and learn from, particularly in regards to length which if too long can start to meander and focus can be lost. you also manage the flow well. Best regards David in NZ
Ball Avatar
July 3, 2021 at 10:55 PM
Sounds lovely Victor. My kind of place to live. Hate living in the city. Good Stuff. God Bless, B
Dietrich Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 9:11 PM
a peaceful scene so soothing, Victor. Sorry I have been busy all week. Next week is my one week off all summer and should be easier for me to see poems more often!
Edmonds  Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 2:36 PM
Gosh Victor you must live in a beautiful place, that or you have a wonderful imagination. A lovely scenic poem… Belle
Legros Kelley Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 2:24 PM
Thank you for inviting us for a sweet visit into your pleasant morning Victor. It was so peaceful, and sweet. Such an unrushed cozy warmth of hope in the coming day and the change of the seasons. So beautifully penned!
Buehler Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 12:53 PM
A more perfect morning, I can't imagine, Victor. So serene, homey, peaceful and lovely, as the world awaits the sunrise and the spring. Well done! :)
Andresen Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 10:28 AM
- I really enjoy this poem, Victor ... so peaceful and beautiful ... would love to sit there with my coffee cup :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Kannan Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 9:38 AM
What a beautiful beginning!!! I felt like watching sunrise by the lakeside , and the other lovely imagery you described made me see that place... so beautiful...
Allison Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 9:27 AM
your imagery is so spectacular I particularly loved the sun hugging the mountains:-) hugs jan xx
Poet Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 7:18 AM
What a great poem Victor, you captured a wonderful imagery with the dawn and it’s colors, with your serene picture and incredible wording you made this prose vibrating with the breeze and intime feelings. Blessings and best regards, this a Fave for me.
Y. Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 5:53 AM
WoW! Victor, I enjoy your nature writes . You painted such a lovely picture with words. What a splendid morning! I enjoyed the view. Well done. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis
Pandit Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 5:07 AM
Exquisite images reminiscing in life beautiful. Excellent write, Victor!
Seeker Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 4:56 AM
So you are a morning person! I prefer the sunset. Great write, as always, Victor!
Rodrigues Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 3:43 AM
Your memory percolates with cooing doves, lovely imagery and of course coffee and time spent with your wife! Hugs :)
Skelly Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 1:38 AM
An image of dawn captured with lovely images. I also learnt something from your poem Victor. I have a piece written about migrating geese calling them a flock. I have never heard the term skein of geese which is more accurate.....Delice
Daniel Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 1:25 AM
Wow! That's a serene picture you paint, Victor:) beautiful and scenic:) enjoyed reading this beauty:)
Cunningham Avatar
July 2, 2021 at 12:29 AM
To me the dawn is the best part of the day especially in summertime, you captured it well Victor. Tom
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