landscape,  natural areas,  Pineridge Natural Area,  sunrises

Early Mornings

I pulled into the parking area right at 5:00 am. Sun would not rise for another 20-30 minutes. No one else there but the song birds, a couple pelicans, and a few ducks. A warm light breeze blew from the southwest. Nary a cloud in the sky. I felt the presence of creation around and within me. These early mornings excite my spirit! I feel alive. Have a great day!

Retired. Having fun with photography. Journal daily. Meditate daily. Learning haiku/poetry. Have a love for fountain pens.

2 Comments

  • Tom Dills

    Some would suggest that if you get to your spot only 30 minutes before sunrise that you are late! But a 5:00 sunrise it pretty inhumane. 😉 That’s one of the toughest things about this time of the year. Kathy & I try to get out and walk before the sun gets too high, but even 7:00 isn’t early at this time of the year.

    Morning thunderstorms saved us from a predicted 100 degree day, but we’re supposed to be hot and humid tomorrow. It is summer!

    • Monte Stevens

      I’ve heard that same suggestion but this guy ain’t always able to rise that early. I was about 15 minutes later this morning on arriving. None the less, the sunrise was a gift. Hope you have a good day!