Morning Bliss

Last night I began a two week house sitting job. I have been house sitting for this same couple for 16 years. I always enjoy their house, but for some reason, this time I feel like it is my sanctuary. The house is perched on the side of a hill, overlooking a beautiful valley. The property is well taken care of, with gorgeous flower beds, and a wonderful vegetable garden. I actually woke up this morning before 5:30 in anticipation of the sunrise. I made myself a cup of tea, and am sitting on the rear deck overlooking the valley as the sun just begins to shine its light on the dogwood tree and valley below and hummingbirds flit around my head to feed from the feeder on the window.I need more mornings like this.