Saturday, February 4, 2012

Those All Important First Fabulous Sips

A day off from work seems like a little bit of heaven all by itself, but add to that the lack of the annoying pulsating buzz of the alarm clock, the ability to stay in bed under the warm comforter as the sun slowly rises and it truly is heaven on earth. Believe it or not the morning can get even better.



The dog goes outside while the house is still and quiet. Although it is a little cool from turning the heat down overnight, it feels warmer once the curtains are opened and the gentle beams push through the front windows. The dog returns and a gentle tapping can be heard as her nails click against the wood floor. She sits and waits for a bit of breakfast and yes, a small splash of milk although she is now five years old.



Water is poured into the miracle electric machine, the click of a button and a magical process begins. The reserved, favorite, for the weekend and days off only, larger mug is put on the counter. It has a chip and used to have a mate but still, it is the vessel of weekend comfort. Within minutes the mixture of caffeine, water, a bit of sugar and a splash of milk and the fabulous first moments of the day have begun. For an extra dose of luxury, the mug is brought back to bed and the weekend can start with a bit of whisper in slow motion rather than the frenzy that is the work week. Gently, leisurely, the body greets the morning with little agenda and no sense of urgency.

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