Watching the steam rise from my coffee
Into the cool crisp air
Embracing the stillness
Breathing it in with a slow, deep breath
Inhale. Pause. Exhale.
Closing my eyes
Listening to the waking world around me
The lovely sweet sound of birds chirping
The wind rustling through the trees
Juxtaposed with the sound of passing cars
Two creatures rising to go about their day
Bustling about in differing ways
One often carrying worry and stress
One soaring free, singing sweetly
A slow sabbath morning to start my week
Establishing the rhythm to steady me through
A peaceful beginning
Evolving into a complex melody
The orchestra of responsibilities
Each vying for the solo of importance
All the while, the sabbath tempo remains
Maintaining balance and preserving peace

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