Early Morning Breeze

I wake every day with the same objective,

keeping open to the possibilities ahead.

Outside the wind is creating melody,

and I wonder how my dog reacts to the breeze.

I decide it is time to get up out of bed,

let my dog out, begin my day with coffee.

I think about what I want to do with my day,

Start with coffee, and maybe some breakfast.

Sometimes my dog and I go back to bed,

I justify it as retired with time on my hands.

There is definitely an awareness on my part,

make sure my dog is happy and feels content.

Sometimes I really can’t tell if that is true,

I know she would wag her tail even with pain.

I’m lucky to have her by my side at all,

when moments of indecision cross my mind.

Look outside and welcome the morning sun,

with coffee, those melodies ease my mind.