Awake At Six.

Goldfinch60



I am a lark,

Always up about six.

I always have been like that,

Even when working,

The alarm clock was redundant.

Now well into my retirement,

That time in the morning

Is so special.

It is the time

When words come to me,

Words to be written on a page,

Like those on this page.

I can look out the window,

And see the wonder of nature.

I go for walks and walk with nature,

Walk along My River,

Where My Spirit

Joins its soothing flow.

So yes, my mornings are special.

But what I don’t understand

Is that no matter when I go to bed,

Be it ten or twelve,

I still wake up at six.

 

  • Author: Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 27th, 2026 01:54
  • Comment from author about the poem: I am always up this early. We saw the Adrian Cox Trio on Wednesday, they were superb.
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 14
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  • Teddy.15

    And may you keep on doing it for many dawns to come dear Andy. 🌹

    • Goldfinch60

      Thank you Teddy, I certainly hope I will.

      Andy

    • orchidee

      Good write Gold.

    • sorenbarrett

      I feel the force of your words Andy I always awake at five even when sleepy, it is the anticipation of the coming light. The morning and late night hours that are the ones I enjoy most. Loved your write made me feel a bit more normal

      • Goldfinch60

        That anticipation of the day is so wonderful soren, Thank you for your kind words.

        Andy

        • sorenbarrett

          Most welcome Andy

        • Doggerel Dave

          Funny you should mention that Andy.....

          • Goldfinch60

            Thank you Dave, I may mention it again.

            Andy

            • Doggerel Dave

              No need, I am very familiar with 6am

            • Poetic Licence

              I can relate to this, a lifetime of programming to be up at that time, but now actually able to fully appricate that time of morning, enjoyed the read.

              • Goldfinch60

                So true Rik, it is our own time now.

                Andy

                • Poetic Licence

                  Not sure who Rik is?, but you're very welcome

                  • Goldfinch60

                    Sorry Tobani, mind was confused.

                    Andy

                    • Poetic Licence

                      No worries, another relatable thing!!!.



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