Morning Breath by Kayla

Morning Breath by Kayla - January 2019 Scholarship Essay

There is a feeling of awe and wonder that comes with watching the sky light up as we visit the sun for another day. The sky brightens, the birds sing, the wind takes its first breath of the day and with the feeling of sleepy wakefulness in the air, I am renewed. Every life form which exists around me is now awaking or just going to sleep. With both energies colliding, a calmness settles in the air that comes from the restfulness of these in-between hours. The day has not yet brought its stress, or what has happened for the night crew is already done and over with now.
This time of day is a recharge point and as the bird's serenade gently lifts me out of bed, they tell me good morning, that today is going to be a beautiful day.

I step outside to greet the morning; I feel her peace. Mother Earth bids me good day, and sends me off with an I love you. I abound on this new day, made especially for me, and I am refreshed. This is a new opportunity for love and life and self betterment. Any transgressions of the past have now passed and I can start anew. Thus comes the burst of productivity brought by a peaceful rest, and a morning enveloped in love. She gives me her energy and it is enough to keep me going all day. Once the day starts, it does not stop until it is over. I am here because I was created; I am here to participate in the life force that exists. Every interaction is an energetic charge to keep going. We are all doing this together; I am glad to have my part. And like so many others, when all else fails; coffee.