Morning Light 

Layers of clouds spread over the earth; 

A diffuse light glowed soft and warm,

No sign of blue sky only an airy white comforter to pull over.

A billowing shield from harsh sun rays.

A cover for dreams, inviting sleep.

Then a clear blue patch popped up on the morning horizon.

Light beckoned earth get a running start.

My sleep worn eyes opened, astonished,

Having awakened from a long, cold night to catch the wink of sunlight.

Awakened from somnolence I could only grin;

Stretch out gleeful hands as if today would be like no other.

Joyfully greet another gift from out of the blue.

THH

03/25