Mount Baker Morning

Looking Northeast

the sky over the mountains

is a smoke-hazed medley—

breathtaking beauty

lifting the heart.

To the North

the sleeping volcano

is but a shadow on the horizon—

silent and serene

rising from darkness.

From the East

the sun’s rays caress

creeping slowly from foothill to peak—

snow-capped splendor

welcoming a new day.

“Arise, shine;

for your light has come,

and the glory of the Lord

has risen upon you.”[i]

Go and do likewise.

(c) 2021 - James E. Thyren

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[i] Isaiah 60. 1