Early Bird

(one from the archives, out for an airing)

It's the newness of the morning,

that breaking part of dawn.

A sun that rises in the east,

the dew upon the lawn.

It's the whisper of the ivy

as it trembles on the breeze

or the early greeting from my cat

who nuzzles up to please.

It's the singing of my kettle,

the welcome taste of tea,

sweet comfort of my bathroom robe

that snuggles close to me.

It's contentment that I'm on my own

and that I've found the key,

while others heavy in their sleep

miss out on poetry.

Reviews

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Ok I love this it’s so cute quirky happy morning energy there love it
I love getting up early too the house is quiet only my dog has changed positions waiting for his morning let out back door
Yes I agree we are most poetic early morning I think it’s cos we have just come out of our dreams we’ll done !!
I love whole meal grain toast

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Julie. Tea and toast does it more me as well. Yes, mornings can be the most creative part of the day for some.

Chris

[john l smith]

very right on and most enjoyable
Just a couple of corrections!
That should be dog,(small white) not cat
That should be coffee, not tea
In spite of these mainly middlin issues a really nice offering which rates up very near or top of your many treasures

[Chris Shaw]

I love your corrections Dave:) pleased you rate this one near the top of my offerings. Gorgeous sunny day today. In my garden

Chris

[john l smith]

rainy day here but can;t complain ecause all wells and rivers are still down, so I guess it is a blessing
Cat, tea, gardening and poetry
Looks like you have it all covered
what more could life offer

[Chris Shaw]

I'm certainly not complaining today. I have a reprieve. Visitors are out for the day and I have some playtime. Good thing those wells of yours and rivers are seeing a bit of rainfall. Enjoy the rest of the day :)

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

I'm so glad I didn't miss out this morning! This is a treasure to behold in my early hours with my coffee and my thoughts this morn. I am sneaking in a few before the others arise and I must get ready for physical therapy. I almost forgot how magical the twilight could be with poetry:) Thank you for the share!

[Chris Shaw]

Dear TWQ, it is so good to see you again on here. I hope your situation is improving and I am happy that these lines of mine delighted your early morning. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Chris

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Ah, as someone who's been missing out on reading stuff on this site due to work and stuff, I so relate to this piece and the over all feel of it and am glad I stumbled upon your write this morning...! Lovely imagery too, like always is in your poems. :))

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dr Y for your lovely words. Good you are taking a break from all that hard work for a few moments. All good wishes.

Chris

[Dave]

This is such a delight to read. I can see and feel it all.
Thank you Christine.

Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave, pleased my few words were able to offer some delight.

Chris

[Dave]

They do, as always.

Take care - Dave

[gram linski]

A joy to read, get the toast on, lol

[Chris Shaw]

Marmalade or jam?

[gram linski]

Got to be marmalade, granary if you've got it,

[Chris Shaw]

Anything else ain't bread :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

love the idea of the robe snuggling....just love the overall feeling of contentment that shines in this like a morning sun.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Jacob. I do like my early mornings.

Chris