“As soon as we think we know what’s going to happen, life shows us that we don’t.” Adyashanti
It’s good to laugh at ourselves, especially at start of the day. After an enjoyable quiet time I decided to grab my camera and tripod with the anticipation of capturing the morning sunrise at Pineridge Natural Area. Before I left the house I ordered a mocha from the nearest Starbucks using my phone app. I was surprised to arrive and find the store was closed. Dang! I was afraid I was going to miss out on the predawn colors. About a mile away was another Starbucks with a drive through so I decided to try them since I’d already purchased the mocha online. But, they were not opening for another hour. So headed to the Human Bean and their drive through and now had my mocha. You don’t suppose I have a problem and need to find another 12 Step program? 😁
Anyway, the sun was up by the time I arrived at the natural area but all was good. Clear blue skies and a bright sun shining on me. Magpies loudly greeted me while silence was heard between their squawking. I journaled, sipped on my mocha and enjoyed the quiet. I also laughed several times at how my morning turned out. Happy Sunday! 😍
6 Comments
Tom Dills
What is it with these coffee places that don’t open in the morning?!? 😉 It’s not like “morning” is all that early at this time of the year. Reminds me of a realtor one time that suggested we get started “first thing in the morning” but to her that meant 10:00! 🙂
Actually, I’d say requiring the mocha is more of a priority than it is a problem!
Love the early light on those trees in the background!
Monte Stevens
I like how you think, Tom: priority! Yes, early to some is different than my early.
Cedric
Nothing gets the gods laughing more than the plans we make for ourselves.
Sunrise and coffee, the two go well together for sure. Good to see you prioritised correctly 😉
And those are gorgeous earthy tones you captured, Monte.
Monte Stevens
Some days my priorities are to give the gods their morning chuckle or laugh. When I got home I checked on the receipt and I ordered from the wrong store. Wish I been more careful when ordering. 😃
Mark
Sometimes the day just isn’t worth starting without that kick start? 🙂 Nice to see you were still able to do both.
Monte Stevens
Truly! I can be determined or even stubborn 😣