A Morning Walk in Early Spring

It is comforting to me to sometimes step outside and just look around.

No camera, no beer, no mower, no people.......just me and that first cup of coffee

I love the early mornings when the sun in not yet awake
The early birds begin their singing
The crickets are starting their chorus
And the night time hobos are looking for food

This morning was one of those........

As I watched the early morning dew drip off the multi-coloured ladies in my yard
I happened upon a sound.....the familiar sound of walking in the old, fall leaves
And there they were.......

A deer and her two fawns.....in my yard

The fawns were playful and danced around in the yard with no care at all.......
But the mother had a look of concern as she stared at me........
In her eyes I saw trouble, hunger and worry.......

We watched each other for several minutes....both unsure of each other

I did what I normally do with these friends.....I offered a quiet nod of my head......

And she returned the gesture

Somehow she understood I was not a threat and returned to her grazing

Her kids continued to play, without a care in the world

And Mom did the same......as I walked away I glanced back at her

This time, she nodded to me.........

I have not had such a precious moment in years........