As I raise our kitchen blind
a peaceful morning scene
is revealed.

Motionless silhouette
of a slender-branched birch
against a primrose
winter morning sky.

Cars speeding past
over the motorway bridge
(too early just yet
for the cars to be
bumper-to-bumper!)

An air of peace and serenity
this winter morning.

The prospect
of a leisurely, weekend breakfast
followed by coffee
at Apple Green –
bliss!

After lunch
we’ll put up our cribs
which bring back
so many happy memories
of Christmas Past.

Thank You, Lord,
for the gift
of a peaceful December morning
and the prospect
of a happy, family day ahead
(before the mad rush
of Christmas preparations begins
next week!)

© Claire Murray, 16th December 2023