for Sue Vincent’s #writephotopromt
As the sun starts its upward journey painting the sky with its golden glow, most still slumber. But not me.
On this misty moisty morning, the air I breathe is damp, the breeze that strokes my skin chilled yet invigorating.
The only sound I hear is the swishing of my feet as I stroll ‘cross the dew-laden pasture.
I stop to watch a crimson ladybird wandering down a slippery stem, as a bee settles on its pale blue bloom.
The sudden flapping of wings echoes all ’round as a bird bursts from the lush green leaves of a nearby tree. To my right an inquisitive fox hesitates, one paw raised and stares.
I stand for a moment upon a rickety wooden bridge. With a splash and a flash a silver fish frolics in the glassy water of a reed-edged stream. Shimmering ripples float in ever-increasing circles upon its surface.
The heady scent of a new dawn is as yet untainted by the flurry of human activity. Most still slumber. But not me.
What follows is a version of a nursery rhyme dating back to 1630 sung by the English folk rock band Steeleye Span. Apart from its title, it bears little relation to my story but I thought I’d share anyway it as it’s one of my all-time favourite recordings!
One Misty Moisty Morning
That title always reminds me of my grandfather, who used it long before I had ever read Tolkien.
A lovely piece, Keith. I’m usually up and out before the birds too… the dog likes a walk before I leave for work. The best time of the day.
It’s a lovely descriptive phrase. Confession time – I can’t remember the last time I was out of bed before 8.30. Writing this has tempted me to practice what I preach! Thanks, Sue.
I can’t remember the last time I managed to stay in bed that late 😉
Such a magical world you join in the early morning, like walking through a portal. The song is very merry and the instruments accompanying make it even more special. I heard a Steeleye Span song covered by Offa Rex, which is Olivia Chaney and The Decemberists collaborating and wrote about it here:
http://tao-talk.com/2019/04/21/coloring-club-plus-4-21-19/
Thank you so much for the link. I so enjoyed playing the videos. I admit to having once been a bit of Steeleye Span junkie, attending one concert after another! They are still big today and regularly appear in venues close to me but I haven’t seen them for quite a while. The song they are probably best known for, and gets played a lot at Christmas is an acapella version of Gaudete. It’s worth a listen!
That one makes my scalp tingle. Their voices perfectly complement each others’. Looks like I need to listen to more of their music.
Very vivid word picture.
Thanks so much, Sadje
You’re welcome 😇
A beautiful description!
Thanks, Christine.
Very atmospheric Keith 🙂
Cheers Iain!
Early morn is a magical time!
So I’m told, Mimi!!!
I am sure you’ve experienced that dew on your feet Keith! Love the descriptive piece.
Oh, I have. That’s the beauty of living outside the cities. Thanks so much.
Such beautiful description. I felt as if I was transported to that place! Great job, Keith.
I’m pleased. Thanks, Shweta.
My pleasure 😊
Loved it, beautiful and every word really made a difference!
That’s so kind of you, thanks so much.