The cat scatters by with his morning salutations.
A symphony of purrs and meows as he longs for my affection.
I open my eyes.
Wafts of crisp morning air trickle in from the open window above.
It smells Earthy. So green.
I breathe.
The sun’s rays display a brilliant light show on the ceiling.
Like the lights are dancing just for me.
I watch.
The girls run to my bedside requesting to snuggle.
I lift the blankets to let them in; one daughter snuggled on each side.
I smile.
Valeria Out Loud 