The temperature is cool but not cold,
unusually pleasant for early June.
The world keeps getting hotter
as does the political rhetoric,
but this morning is perfect.
The two young border collies are resting
after an intense bout of Frisbee catch-and-fetch.
One lies on the table
by the wide front window
undisturbed by squirrels on the bird feeder.
My wife and surrogate daughter still sleep.
I'll make their coffee soon.
I already had a cup
as I washed last night's dishes,
a clean start to the day.
