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Awake

Good morning
Today
It's here
Spring break

Start with a walk
around the neighborhood
sparkling sunshine

Warm up with coffee
Time with Bella
Writing awaits

Freedom of
spring break
brings me joy
feels like possibility

I'm awake
let the days
begin.




March is the Slice of Life Challenge.
I'll be sharing a post each day in the month of March.
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  1. Leigh Anne EckMarch 24, 2018 at 9:19 AM

    I love your sunshine - it's raining here. I hope you enjoy your "freedom" this week. Do something fun, something daring, something moxie!

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  2. patricia emersonMarch 24, 2018 at 9:22 AM

    ENJOY YOUR BREAK! I love your mug (and Bella) and an opening day filled with sunshine.

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  3. Deb DayMarch 24, 2018 at 9:53 AM

    This makes me happy for you. I'm not so long out of the classroom that I don't remember the JOY of a well-deserved break!

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  4. Chris MargocsMarch 24, 2018 at 10:08 AM

    Happiness and light in your post this morning! May your break be restful and rejuvenating!

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  5. Terje March 24, 2018 at 11:47 AM

    The way you placed the poem symbolises the space and possibilities spring break gives for you.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 24, 2018 at 12:42 PM

    Enjoy! Started break here too- so needed it!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 24, 2018 at 7:03 PM

    Bella looks like she is enjoying the sunshine! Enjoy your hopefully, calm and relaxing Spring Break!

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  8. AnonymousMarch 24, 2018 at 8:20 PM

    Enjoy every moment.

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  9. Lit Coach ConnectionMarch 24, 2018 at 8:25 PM

    I love the placement of the photos wihtin your poem, Michelle. Have a wonderful and restful week off!

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