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Venus greets me before the sun
The day’s first star in the East
I step out the back door
Settle on the steps
Sipping, Listening Seeing
My stockinged feet welcome the chill of the cement
A runner’s massage before the road’s daily aches
Birdsong chatter a welcome cacophony
Drowning out Winter’s silence once more
Ducks make their way to their liquid oasis
Rapid beating of wings a thrilling urgency
A celebration of the newer season
I fill my lungs, the air freshly cold
Nary a scent:pure
My mind has yet to be cluttered
I sip my beany brew
Offering up peace, honoring the gift
for this brand new day
Building A Life Of Hope 
i enjoyed it. it reminds me of the times I used to wake up early in the morning (and yes, stare at Venus). good read. 🙂
Thank you and enjoy this wondrous day!