'Morning Brew'

That daily struggle

Early in the morning, my eyes still shut.

The rain on my roof going putt, putt, putt.

But, I am not ready to get out of bed

Brush my teeth and comb my head.

The mattress is soft and the blankets warm,

I think I will lay here and listen to the storm.

If only I could stay.  If it could be so true

But, there are voices in my head, things to do.

So up I go to start my day,

Up before the sun, before the birds begin to play.

Life isn't fair on such a cold dreary day

with the rain on the roof and the sky a dark grey.

With a mighty yawn, I shake off the sleep,

I reach for the sky and stretch out the kinks.

Then off to the kitchen to make my morning brew

That dark glorious liquid that helps me get through

These tough early mornings forever in a rush,

No need to complain, I think I will just hush.  

The coffee on the make I put on my suit

My morning routine, my daily pursuit.

That sweet aroma while I get dressed

The dripping hiss reminds me of the blessed

Warm, bitter sip that I'm soon to take

Of that lovely black juice that brings me awake.

Saddened I cannot enjoy this more

Life has to happen; just one more pour.

One last sip before I  begin

My arduous journey to my laborious den.

I sit and I dream, I don't want to go

but, that voice in my head screams no, no, no.

Author's Note

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Reviews

[barleygirl]

One of the best descriptions of that reluctant dragging to life in the morning, & the lazy lingering, & how coffee is often necessary for some of us to make it happen! I love the description of wanting to stay in bed on a rainy day (who doesn't feel this -- even those who don't have to go to work?) Second stanza, last line, needs a fix. The writing, the rhymes, the rhythm -- it's all working well, even if your body isn't quite yet!

[James]

I'm only dyslexic when I type. This wasn't really a serious piece just goofing around one morning while I was drinking my coffee. Thanks for reading and I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for the catch.

[barleygirl]

Maybe you should goof around more often . . . this is one of your best pieces that I've read! *glug! glug! glug!*

[Kathy Van Kurin]

'Morning Brew'
James,
Life's challenges and responsibilities are a reason to be good to ourselves. Whether it is coffee and a piece of toast and peanut butter or whatever. I think that little gifts like coffee in the early hours is a gift, reason to help and show kindness to oneself. We are the best judge of what we need, what we like. I agree a cup of coffee is so nice!
Blessings,
Kathy

[Shimmerbliss/CAF]

I enjoy how you often write about everyday experiences with rhyme and humor in your clear writer's voice.
The smell of brewing coffee can definitely make it easier to arise...but then, who makes the coffee. Good read. :)

[James]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed this. It was just one of those mornings.

[Norman 223]

The lassitude that you imply isn't borne out by the bouncy rhythmic style of your poem. A sort of lyrical oxymoronic brew. Enjoyable and tastefully stimulating
Cheers
Norman.

[James]

"Lassitude." I've learned a new word this morning, thank you, Norman. I'm glad you enjoyed this fun little piece.

[Lydia Shutter]

Listening to the rain on the roof, being in a dreamy state of not quite awake, not still asleep....delightful. Sure, we know we have to start the day, but not quite yet....just a few more delicious moments savoring a cup of coffee or reading the newspaper. Your words are magical. Great rhyming. Lydi**

[James]

Thanks, Lydia. It was a fun little write the other morning. Just one of those days when I didn't want to get moving. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

you make rhyme enjoyable...
I like the conversational tone...and the conversation the speaker is having with himself...I love the time of the morning just after we wake up...but before we actually have to start our day...

that in-between, that good lull.

j.

[James]

Thank you, Jacob. I glad you enjoyed this little piece. And thank you for pointing out the conversational style, that's what I try to do, so it's good to hear that it comes through.

[Carolynn]

Oh I can soooo relate to this James - I just love those first few cups of coffee but have to force myself to get motivated to get to work instead of just enjoying the morning with that lovely liquid haha! Your rhyming in this one is superb - loved it :)

[James]

Thanks, just having a little fun here.

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A simply sublime, aromatic read :) I love the smell of coffee in the morning.

[James]

Thanks, it was one of those mornings here. Just didn't want to get moving.