Early morning light

7/5/2021

Hello blog friends! It's #Tanka Tuesday and author Colleen Chesebro invites budding poets to participate in her challenge. Because this is the first Tuesday of the month, Colleen asks that we choose any syllabic form. We're free to do whatever we'd like, as long as it is syllabic.

I've decided to try the 3-5-3 haiku. There's a story behind my piece, isn't there always? 😊

Two weeks ago my husband and I moved to Prescott Valley, Arizona. Though we're still living out of boxes and struggling with mail delivery and disappearing WiFi, miracles abound!

I walk in the early morning and always I'm struck by the incredible beauty surrounding me. Perhaps it's the elevation, perhaps it's the season, whatever the reason might be, my spirit soars. Literally. I keep my feet on the ground, but it takes effort.

The scene below is from today's walk. Isn't it amazing?

I'd love to hear if you experience delight in the early morning. Have a wonderful week!

43 Comments

Harmony Kent link

7/6/2021 03:15:27

Beautfiul,Gwen :)

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 05:55:53

Thank you, Harmony. 😊

Staci Troilo link

7/6/2021 04:10:48

I'm happy you're settling in. The photo and poem are lovely.

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 05:56:32

Thank you, Staci. Slowly but surely, a new life unfolds. 💗

Joan Hall link

7/6/2021 05:45:01

Lovely Haiku, Gwen.

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 05:57:08

Thank you, Joan. This shorter version is a difficult one for me. 😊

Mae Clair link

7/6/2021 06:31:45

I love early morning! Everything always feels so new and fresh. What a beautiful photo and a beautiful poem, Gwen. I'm glad you're slowly settling into your new home!

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 08:07:55

Thank you so much, Mae. It's beginning to feel like home. 😊

Jan Sikes

7/6/2021 09:47:09

Just beautiful, Gwen. Balm for the soul indeed. Hugs!

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 10:52:32

Thank you, dear Jan. 💗

Priscilla Bettis link

7/6/2021 11:18:51

Hey, my sister lives in Prescott. I've gotten beautiful photos of the area from her bicycle club's outings. Great haiku! I am an early riser and enjoy the morning air, the morning views, and the quiet.

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 17:12:15

Wonderful, Priscilla. I hope I meet her someday. The skies are incredible, very uplifting. Thank you for stopping by. 😊

Eugenia link

7/6/2021 11:53:06

Beautiful haiku and best of luck in your new home.

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 17:12:58

Thank you, Eugenia. I'm so glad you liked the haiku. 😊

john Howell link

7/6/2021 14:51:26

Beautiful photo and words to go with it, Gwen. Why a 3-5-3? You want more stress? In the morning I'm feeding dogs. (Well you asked)

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 17:14:21

You're hilarious, John. I'm glad you liked the photo and poem -- and very happy the pups are fed. 😂

Miriam Hurdle link

7/6/2021 16:09:04

What a beautiful morning and you captured it, Gwen. I could feel your calm spirit in the Haiku. Thank you for sharing. <3

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 17:15:40

Thank you, dear Miriam. I'm trying to learn a few of the other syllabic forms. 💗

D.L. Finn

7/6/2021 16:43:11

Wow! Absolutely gorgeous, Gwen! I would have a hard time keep my feet on the ground seeing this splendor too! I agree that is the harbinger of hope:)

Gwen M Plano

7/6/2021 17:16:41

Thank you so much, Denise. Yep...my spirit soars and wipes away all concerns. 💗

Yvette M Calleiro link

7/6/2021 19:16:21

I love the picture and your poem, Gwen! Moving is always stressful. I’m happy you are finding the beauty in between unpacking. 😊

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:49:38

Thanks so much, Yvette. I’m so glad you liked it. 🤗

Pat

7/6/2021 20:12:07

This is beautiful Gwen. Love the photo too.

Pat

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:50:40

Thank you, Pat. ❤️

Robbie Cheadle

7/6/2021 23:00:00

This is beautiful and uplifting, Gwen.

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:51:26

Thank you very much, Robbie. 🤗

Patricia Anne Pierce-garcia Schaack link

7/7/2021 09:23:49

Hi,
Sometimes it takes only a streak of sunshine or the blue of the Heaven to make us soar, and that is marvellous.
Shalom aleichem

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:53:19

I so agree, Pat. It truly is marvelous. ❤️

Vashti Quiroz-Vega link

7/7/2021 14:05:10

Lovely Haiku, Gwen! :D xo

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:54:04

Thank you very much, Vashti. 🤗

Sandra Cox link

7/7/2021 17:35:01

Beautiful verse. Wishing you much happiness in your new home.

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:54:50

Thank you, Sandra. Warmest regards. 😊

Elizabeth link

7/7/2021 18:02:05

Hi Gwen, yes, I love early mornings, the softness of the light and the possibility of a new day ahead. Your photo and poem are beautiful.

Gwen M Plano

7/7/2021 21:55:57

Thank you very much, Elizabeth. It’s a prayer experience for me. ❤️

Selma Martin link

7/8/2021 01:57:18

Oh, isn't that just amazing. And to think that sometimes we miss these miracles in our busyness. This one will never return, but more like it will continue gracing us until we notice. Thanks so much for sharing. Just lovely. Be well, I wish you miracles.

Gwen M Plano

7/10/2021 09:10:59

Thank you so much, Selma, for the visit and your beautiful wish. Big hugs with hopes of miracles for YOU. 💗

Jill Weatherholt link

7/8/2021 02:16:07

I love the early morning, Gwen! Your Haiku is beautiful! I'm so happy to hear you're settling into your new home. xo

Gwen M Plano

7/10/2021 09:11:47

Thank you, dear Jill. Slowly but surely, a house is becoming a home.😊

Colleen Chesebro link

7/8/2021 11:51:17

Gwen, this is an excellent haibun! Your photo made me think about when the clouds clear out and the sun breaks through... it fills you with hope! <3

Gwen M Plano

7/10/2021 09:13:12

Thank you, Colleen. Your encouragement brightens the day and prompts me to continue writing poems.😊

Diana Peach link

7/8/2021 20:12:09

Beautiful photo and haiku, Gwen. So uplifting. Congrats on the move. I hope the boxes are gradually emptying. :-)

Gwen M Plano

7/10/2021 09:15:10

Thank you, Diana. Through the moving process, we've learned that there is little we really need to be happy. Some boxes probably won't be opened for a long while. 😊

Sally Cronin link

7/12/2021 15:57:08

Wonderful Gwen...♥

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