by elizabeth evans
Member since:
January 6, 2006

Sunlight Dances in My Window

January 19, 2009 06:54 AM UTC (Updated: January 19, 2009 04:51 PM UTC)
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In the early morning

Just before dawn

I make my way downstairs.

Into the kitchen I tread softly

Measure the Starbucks

And fill the pot with water.

Tuck is impatient and stands

by the door restless to get

outside and discover the

scent of wild creatures who

have visited in the night.

Sophia and Ophelia weave

in and around my slippers

hoping for some can fish.

Finally, morning chores

accomplished, with coffee

in hand, I sit at the computer

as sunlight dances in my window

A new day is about ready to begin.

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Comments: 64

Sunlight is indeed dancing through your window, Bob ... Martin Luther's dream is coming true and a new day is dawning with President Obama's inauguration.
Carolyn Madden Jan 19, 2009, 7:17am UTC
what a great bit about the shakespearian and greek cats gathering in chorus to garner from you some cornucopia of the tuna variety. But most effective is the truth that our day doesn't start until the modem is fired up and our hearts await the appearance of the special far away people who provide sunlight and joy to our days. and so the loving dance begins...
Bridget M. Jan 19, 2009, 7:35am UTC
That is just beautiful!! I always love your words and The photo is great, the painting on the wall almost mirrors the sunlit window on the wall.
Katrina Hall Jan 19, 2009, 8:00am UTC
The dancing sunlight on the walls is such a joyous way to begin the day - momentous or ordinary.........I can't think of a better way to wake up!
Svetlana Goryacheva Jan 19, 2009, 8:00am UTC
Brilliant, my dear friend - may this new day brings a lot of sunlight to us all! ;-)

Hugs and blessings - S.
dianne j. Jan 19, 2009, 8:18am UTC
What a beautiful description . . . and what a perfect way to start the day. Your words paint a serene, leisurely picture and the photos are the perfect compliment. May all your days begin so peacefully.
John F Walter Jan 19, 2009, 8:48am UTC
We are all in this expectant, quietly jubilant mood, Elizabeth, around the world, save for Dubya´s true believers, who are either smugly rich, or ridiculously ignorant of the world changing around them, but you put this thought beautifully in subtext here. I really enjoyed taking in your morning with cats and coffee and sunlight streaming throught the window.
lynn a. Jan 19, 2009, 9:35am UTC
This is the best part of the day to me. When the sun first starts coming up and plays a light show on the walls, it is the most serene feeling. You captured it well. Good morning to you.
Kathryn Flynn Jan 19, 2009, 9:37am UTC
Beautiful sunlight, both just as it is beginning to get light, and as it was lighter. I also love that painting, and want to know more about it - who, what?

Featured in the Triple Name Club.
Roy ☯ Hilbinger Jan 19, 2009, 9:51am UTC
I like the sunlight-windows on the wall. Have you thought about joining Marianne R's Snap Happy group? The theme this week is windows, and those shots (sorry, no photo essays) would be perfect.

You got sun up there before we did, Bob. It's just coming out now. And I need to get out the door because we got fresh snow overnight and I need to get out in it.
Faith H. Jan 19, 2009, 10:06am UTC
Mornings like this are an inspiration. There is peace around us, ready to bless us!
j - Frugal Mom - r. Jan 19, 2009, 10:11am UTC
What great entertainment. I was actually watching the sun dancing through my window this morning as well.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:22am UTC
Though we had snow through the night, mag, and the power must have gone out, early dawn brought the sunlight streaming through my window.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:24am UTC
And so the loving dance starts, Carolyn. You got it.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:28am UTC
Bridget:

I love the painting on the wall. Strange, I was out with Fran after my house burned down in 2002 and I happened to see it in a gallery. I told Fran that I loved the lace curtains blowing from a summer breeze through the open window. Eighteen months later when I was ready to move into the new house, what does Fran give me for a housewarming gift but the painting.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:31am UTC
Katrina:

No day is ordinary....one never knows what might happen or who might call. If you approach each day as a gift from the Gods, you won't squander it.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:33am UTC
Svetlana:

That is my hope....I think the world is waiting with hope to see what will come from this new administration.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:37am UTC
Thanks, dianne. Though my morning started peacefully.....after drinking my coffee and gathering a bit, I did have to get out and shovel the walkways and down to the carpark. It's quite the winter wonderland out there right now. Taking a break before shoveling out the cars. The cupboard is bare so I do need to think about replenishing the supplies.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:41am UTC
Good morning John....yes, the world is waiting with an expectant, quietly jubilant mood....we shall see....maybe not in the first hundred days...nor in the first thousand...but things will change for the positive.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:43am UTC
Good morning Lynne....I love this time of day...when the world is fresh and all things are possible.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:46am UTC
Kathryn:

The painting is done by Barbara Applegate. She lives in Maine...her gallery is about 6 miles south of Damiscotta. Google Applegate/painter and you can see some of her work: landscapes, interiors, and stilllife.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:47am UTC
Thanks, Roy for the heads-up on Marianne's group. I will do that...no photo-essays...I wonder why.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:49am UTC
Right about now Faith, I wish I was down with Will in DC.....I am sure he'll be out and about tomorrow smiling broadly.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 10:51am UTC
Thanks J for stopping by.
mona d. Jan 19, 2009, 10:54am UTC
the day starts with hope and love...even the critters know that things are getting better.

thanks for the ray of sunshine, bob-friend.
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jan 19, 2009, 10:59am UTC
I really enjoyed this since the sun is the first thing I look forward to every day. My kitties run to the porch doors first thing hoping they can get out and smell the fresh air the new day has brought.
Linda K. Jan 19, 2009, 11:11am UTC
Love this description ! And the photos that go with it! May it be a magical day!
Karen E. Jan 19, 2009, 11:58am UTC
Elizabeth this is a wonderful poem filled with the promise of the day. I love the window shadows, they are so soft and are a story in themselves.
Alison H. Jan 19, 2009, 12:15pm UTC
I love starting my day with this poem/photo essay! Very nice.
Granny Janny Jan 19, 2009, 12:17pm UTC
My dear Lady Bess,
You forgot to post this to Poet's Weekly Muse! I think it is marvelous and filled with love,
light, and promise.
Morning sunlight fills us with the power to move mountains.
Kathryn Flynn Jan 19, 2009, 1:15pm UTC
Bob, thank you for the info..........I will do that...
Natalie Neal Whitefield Jan 19, 2009, 1:49pm UTC
This is indeed the dawn of a new age! And the sunlight is streaming in my window, too! So glorious! Thank you, Elizabeth for sending your uplifting words to us here at Home Comfort
Natalie Neal Whitefield Jan 19, 2009, 1:50pm UTC
And we are featuring your beautiful message at Home Comfort today!
Marge H. Jan 19, 2009, 2:51pm UTC
What a lovely and uplifting way to start the day! Thank you for brightening mine. :)
Beryl Singleton Bissell Jan 19, 2009, 4:33pm UTC
The quiet in this piece pervaded my spirit as I read. The photos, too, are enchanting.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 4:54pm UTC
Jan:

You have to realize....I have a difficult time even thinking I can write poetry...never mind posting that which I write to a poetry group. But just now I did edit and sent it on its way to Poet's Weekly Muse.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 4:56pm UTC
Mona:

Rays of sunlight
Dancing on my wall
Snowflakes from heaven
Cleansing us all.
Rejoice! A new day
Is About to begin.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 4:58pm UTC
Nana:

My girls first need their tuna
Then, it's out the door to sit
Under the bird feeders with
Hopes of dessert.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 5:11pm UTC
Linda:

I spent my morning today first shoveling snow with reading breaks with Beryl. I'm finally reading the "scent of God". Then I decided I needed to take pictures of the newly fallen snow and as I made my way back up on the porch, I decided that I should try once more to take pictures of birds at the feeder. Yesterday I tried and was not very successful. Deleted all the pictures. Today I laid on the porch, quiet as a mouse, hoping the birds thought I was part of the house. As yet, I haven't downloaded them so I have no clue what I got.

After a bowl of soup and a half sandwich, I settled down on the couch and finished Beryl's book. It was so wonderful to go inside her mind...God, she's honest...and discover her journey. She is just an amazing woman.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 5:15pm UTC
Karen:

I was so intrigued with the window shadows. I took these as well as a few more images in other parts of the house trying to capture that early morning promise.

By the way, Barbary had a link to your site in her January Muse article which I followed. Bruce's watercolors are exquisite. I love the cards with your poetry and need to stop by there again.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 5:17pm UTC
Marge:

I am so happy you stopped by. My intent was to spread hope.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 5:18pm UTC
Thanks Alison for dropping by. Like you, I start my day with Gather....even on workdays.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 5:28pm UTC
Oh, Beryl....no wonder everyone raved about the book. I started "scent" yesterday and this morning I treated myself with little breaks from shoveling....but by afternoon, I was snuggled up on the couch unable to put the book down. I think what I really liked was your very honest portrayal of your sexual feelings and your disappointment with Vittorio when you went to Rome the first time.
Sherrie H. Jan 19, 2009, 5:37pm UTC
This is lovely. I felt like I was there with you. Wonderful spirit of optimism.
Renda B. Jan 19, 2009, 5:41pm UTC
Bob,
That is a joyful way to start any morning. I can just see Tuck impatiently waiting while you prepare the Starbucks :) I love the photos. They are relaxing just to view.
Well, Bob, here I sit with coffee in hand re-reading your heart-felt, cryptic poem that so marvelously points to a beautiful Morning Has Broken ... and then I reflect that here in West Oz, inauguration day has already broken and new hope for the world is here.
Tanya P. Jan 19, 2009, 6:13pm UTC
This is really nice. Glad to see Home Comfort featured it!
Casey M. Jan 19, 2009, 6:22pm UTC
What a beautiful description and picture of starting a brand new day.
Carol B Jan 19, 2009, 6:48pm UTC
How very cool. Love the picture and the poem.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 7:32pm UTC
Thanks herrie for stopping by.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 7:35pm UTC
Renda:

Tuck is incredibly patient....but once outside, he's a whirlwind running and sniffing everywhere. Living in the woods on the backside of the pond we have raccoons, opposums, and skunks visiting in the night.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 7:36pm UTC
You are right mag...it's already Inauguration day in Perth.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 7:37pm UTC
Thanks Tanya, Carol and Casey for stopping by.
elizabeth evans Jan 19, 2009, 7:39pm UTC
Thanks Natalie for the feature in Home Comfort.
Member Photog Jan 19, 2009, 9:04pm UTC
you and i share this love for such a poetic and simple pleasure....when i was a kid i loved watching my mom's sheer curtains filter the sunlight ...is another reason i became fascinated with photography > "painting with light" ;>

Congrats for your feature!

cheers,gayle
Granny Janny Jan 19, 2009, 9:38pm UTC
Poetry does not have to be complicated. Simplicity and well chosen word weaving do the trick.
I am featuring this feel-good morning poem in the light of the eve of a new presidency!
Featured in Poet's Weekly Muse!
Rose (just an ole GA peach) W. Jan 22, 2009, 2:16pm UTC
How well you capture such an "ordinary" every day event Bob...with such finesse ;-) Lovely!
William Dotani Jan 22, 2009, 2:39pm UTC
Lovely photograph ilustrations set the gentle mood of your verse. I love how the action is moderately paced to give a relaxed feeling to events of your morning.
Sue T. Jan 22, 2009, 7:48pm UTC
A new start ~ beautiful.
Elizabeth S. Jan 25, 2009, 3:07pm UTC
Sounds like the start of a beautiful day.
Audrey Howitt Dec 2, 2011, 10:38pm UTC
The start of a great day wonderfully described.
Irina Dimitric Jan 31, 2012, 6:38am UTC
I've just discovered this lovely poem you penned in 2009. And the two photos are so delicate, just as the first morning light.
elizabeth evans Jan 31, 2012, 8:19am UTC
I had forgotten all about this piece, Irina. Thanks for bringing it back to my attention.
Irina Dimitric Feb 1, 2012, 12:43am UTC
My pleasure.

Do you intend to reply to all the people who gave you such lovely compliments two years ago? LOL! I'm finding it hard to keep up with everyone.

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