AWAKENING: Awakening, dawn's chorus Welcoming, The day new, untouched Waiting to be filled. And will we paint a rainbow With all its promise Or dull the canvas Sadly seen? Each day brings its own colours To be chosen, mixed, Pigments of joy, Happy moments, Smiles and laughter. And which will you choose? For life is choice, We are all painters In our own way, All needing to create Something of worth, Of lasting beauty, Marking our journey, Footprints in the sand. The sky today is azure, The sun warm and golden A filigree of light and shadow-play Through the gently swaying trees. I clean my brushes, Choose my palette Of vibrant, living colours, And begin to fill Today's blank canvas.