



Morning Reflections
1. Ocean Dawn
Exquisite stillness…
Dawn breaks over the ocean…
Tranquil, bright morning.
Each day a new beginning,
each day a limitless sea!
2. Foggy Morning
Fog obscures mountains.
Burning sun will soon reveal
lofty horizons.
Inspiration surrounds us…
Your mountain is calling you!
3. Ruella Daybreak
Daybreak approaching…
Purple ruellas unfold,
inviting the bees.
Ruellas live for today.
Tomorrow, others will bloom!
4. A New Day
Morning dew sparkles
on spider webs in sunshine,
delicate but strong.
Slender threads of existence
adorned with glimmering hope.
5. Morning Sun
The day starts slowly,
sunlight building its courage
to face the new day.
Up over the horizon…
Upward to blazing midday!

Copyright© 2022 by Cheryl Batavia
Project News
One of the projects I am working on is submitting my five self-published books to traditional publishers through an agency. The Company is launching two new magazines and sponsored a literary contest.
This poem, “Morning Reflections” as well as the last post, “Serendipity” were entries in a magazine contest that did not get published. There is one more poem which won a special mention and will be published in the magazine soon. I will share the poem after it has been published. I entered a short story contest in the other magazine, but didn’t get published. I will post a story on my blog in the near future.
Another exciting thing is that a small ad for my book, Hanging Out With Wild Animals, will appear in an upcoming issue of the New York Times Magazine. I will share it with you after it comes out. My books will be featured in a variety of other media outlets in the US.
I will post updates about future developments. I am also working on a book series of poems from my blog. That is a long-term project, and I don’t have any plans to publish those books any time soon.
In addition to Robert’s ongoing dental appointments and the ultrasound therapy I am doing for him at home, Robert is having outpatient surgery on Wednesday, which will involve a couple more appointments and a few days of recovery time at home. I think I am too old for all of this activity! I am still trying to keep up with emails, but may continue to be somewhat erratic for a while.
My best wishes for great literary achievements for you Cheryl. You deserve it.❤💖💝
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, Mousumi! Your kind words warm my heart! ❤ Have a lovely week!
LikeLike
Thank you, Cheryl, for your Morning Reflections! The wonderful poems and the pictures! You do have such a busy life! All the best to Robert with his medical treatment. Looking forward to reading more of your work.
Joanna
LikeLiked by 2 people
Joanna, thank you so much for your lovely response. Your kind words and good wishes made my day! ❤ Wishing you a joyful week ahead!
LikeLike
You are more than welcome!
Joanna
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow! Congratulations Cheryl! Hope everything goes well with Robert!❤💕
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, so much, Sheereen, for your encouraging words! ❤ I am in the early stages, and there are no guarantees, but I am hopeful.
Robert should be fine. I went with him to his appointment and was very favorably impressed with the surgeon. He listened to Robert's concerns and answered questions very thoroughly, which inspired confidence in a successful outcome.
Have a great week!
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’ll do excellent💕
Good to hear that. Hope he has a speedy recovery!
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Have a wonderful Sunday Cheryl! 🌻💛☀️
LikeLiked by 3 people
Great depiction those images and reflections are accurate 🙏🙏🙂🙂
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. It makes me happy that you like the poem. ❤ Have a wonderful week!
LikeLiked by 1 person
My pleasure always, you too have a great weekend ahead 🙏🙏😇
LikeLiked by 1 person
All the five poems are so good for morning time. Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing them. Congratulations for your literary achievements and best wishes for many more. And all the best to Robert for his treatment. Hope everything will go well. Have a pleasant Sunday🎉🎉
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, KK, for your kind and encouraging comment. It means a lot to me coming from someone whose work I admire so much. ❤ Wishing you a blissful week.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re welcome, always, Cheryl. Have a pleasant week ahead 😊💖
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful reflections, and exciting publishing news, Cheryl: congratulations 🎉❤️🤩
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, Ingrid. We are in the early stages right now, but I am hopeful. 🙂
The soon-to-be-published poem is written in blank verse. I learned about sonnets and iambic pentameter from you. Thank you for encouraging and inspiring your fellow bloggers.
All the best! ❤ ❤ ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
That is so wonderful that you were inspired to write blank verse! Happy to spread the love 😊❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely Sunday Morning Poetry & photos. I’m especially partial to the Ruella Daybreak – purple lady that I am! HA!
I’m thrilled for you and all the literary opportunities opening up before you.
All the best on your upcoming health appointments and increased care giving.
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you for your kind comments and good wishes, Laura. ❤ Very much appreciated.
I have wanted to write since childhood, and I am trying to seize the day. My son says that the accomplishment is in the writing. Though I would like my work to be "successful," I know in my heart that my son is right. I suspect that it is much the same with composing music, although it is gratifying to share our work. I very much enjoyed your recently published "Goat Suite."
Wishing you a lovely week! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Cheryl for your kind comment about my music…I can’t wait to see what you ‘compose’ via the written word!
Carpe Diem.
LikeLiked by 1 person
These are just beautiful Cheryl and congratulations on your publications and books coming soon. I’m so impressed with your projects while managing so much in your life with Robert. so happy for you for tackling all of this and your continued success!
💖💖💖👏👏👏👏👏
LikeLiked by 2 people
Cindy, I am happy you enjoyed the poems. 🙂 Thank you for your kind response.
I am in the very early stages of getting my self-published books published by traditional publishers. There are no guarantees! Truthfully, I am quite tired and have invested a lot in this project. As my mental acuity and energy are waning, I am doing this while I have the opportunity. Thank you for your encouragement. I deeply appreciate it! ❤
Wishing you a blissful week!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I LOVED them Cheryl!
💖
No guarantees in life ever right and I love your tenacity and appreciate how tired you must be. following your message is important and worthy and I love that you are taking your chances. You are so welcome. We just have to see things through and follow these truths and you are a rock star to me.
You’re most welcome my friend.
Thank you for that. I will basque in that love. you do the same!! 💖💖
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow, Cheryl – that is a lot of activity! Beautiful poems – thank you for sharing and best wishes for all your ventures!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you for the encouraging comment, Wynn! ❤ Glad you enjoyed the poem. Wishing you and your children a fulfilling and happy week. ❤ ❤ ❤
LikeLike
Great news, but unsurprising. Having been reading your poetry for a while, I’m not at all surprised for your accomplishments. Love reading your stuff. Keep up the good work.
LikeLiked by 3 people
I deeply appreciate your generous and encouraging comments. Thank you so much for reading and appreciating my work. ❤ Your support means a lot to me. I particularly like reading your thought-provoking political posts.
Wishing you a fantastic weekend! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
I hope your weekend went well, too, Cheryl. Wishing you peace.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Congratulations Cheryl on all your achievements 💕🌸 Wishing you well and all the best to Robert for his medical procedure.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you so much, Henrietta! ❤ Your kind words mean a lot to me.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great poems! Good luck on the publishing and all the medical appointments. “Your mountain is calling you” reminds me of my inner voice encouraging me on mornings when I am feeling tired and knowing I have to get my trail runs in ha!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you, Brian, for your thoughtful comment and good wishes. You have reminded me that I need to walk every day. 🙂 All the best! ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
congrats Cheryl, these are exciting projects and I absolutely love this collection of hopeful morning reflections poems!
Hoping all goes well for Robert and looking forward to reading these, published or not, they are wonderful 🙂
LikeLiked by 2 people
You are so kind, Kate! 🙂 Thank you so much for your encouraging words. It makes me happy that you love the poems. ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
you have much talent Cheryl 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Good Luck Cheryl ! 🙂
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thanks, Leo! ❤ Your support is appreciated!
LikeLike
How exciting, Cheryl! Best of luck with your projects and I love your beautiful poems. You are a busy lady, my friend. Be sure and get some rest. ❤️
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, Eugi, for your kind words. I am happy that you enjoyed the poems. No guarantees on the projects, but I have to try. Hopefully, things will slow down in a few days. ❤ Wishing you joy!
LikeLike
Lovely — all of this. So happy to read the poems. And your achievements are many. Wow.
All the best. Keep going. You do this so well. XoXo
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you so much, Selma, for your encouraging comment. So happy you like the poems. ❤ ❤ ❤ Stay well and be happy! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mornings are so full of promises, Cheryl .
Compliments for the publications to come .
Love ❤
Michel
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you, Michel, for your kind words. ❤ Thank you for predicting the success of my publications. There are no guarantees, but I am hopeful.
All the best to you and Janine. I hope you are doing well!
Love ❤
Cheryl
LikeLike
Hi Cheryl – dunno if my comment went thru – just wanted to say bravo!!! & good luck to you as well as Robert ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, d-AL, for your lovely response! Your good wishes are deeply appreciated! ❤ Have a great day!
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Good day to start with your lovely peom! Nature at its best early in the morning.
LikeLiked by 2 people
So glad you enjoyed the poem, Veena. Your kind comment means a lot to me. ❤
LikeLike
“Dawn breaks over the ocean” – brilliant description!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you, Lawrence! So happy you enjoyed the poem. ❤
LikeLike
You write beautifully. Congratulations on your accomplishments. And, I hope all went well with the surgery. ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much, LaDonna! There are no guarantees, but I am hopeful. Robert’s surgery was postponed at the last moment. He is feeling somewhat better, so when they do the surgery in two weeks, he may have a better outcome. Thank you for asking. ❤ Enjoy your week!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I am sending lots of care and prayers your way. ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤ thank you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Good for you for entering contests and promoting your wonderful work, like “sunlight building its courage.” It seems like the older we get, the more time we must spend on our health and medical appointments. Take care of you, too, Cheryl!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks, JoAnna, for the good wishes and the good advice! ❤ Glad you liked that line. It was one I was not quite sure about. 🙂
LikeLike
Congratulations Cheryl…you deserve all the best
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you so much, mich, for your vote of confidence. Of course, there are no guarantees! ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi Cheryl, Best wishes for all the projects. Take care of you and your family.
I find this short poems purposeful. They are, step by step, describing the sunrise in the morning. My favourites are
Ruellas live for today.
Tomorrow, others will bloom!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you for your thoughtful comment and good wishes, Lokesh. You must be a bit of a philosopher if you like those lines. ❤ Those are meaningful to me also. It is time for you and your generation to shine! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wonderful words…your post is a delight to read!!!
LikeLiked by 2 people