the perfect morning

For whatever reason, my internal clock decided it was time to wake up at 5AM this morning.  I took advantage of this rare occurrence by taking a jog along the lake with my dog.  Honestly this has been one of the most relaxing and tranquil mornings I have had in a long time, and highly suggest it to anyone that may be reading.  There were only a handful of people out at that time and it gave me a brief escape from day-to-day city living (i.e. the constant noise from buses, taxis, bikers, pedestrians and trains).

As timing would have it, as I approached the path towards the lake, the sun began to rise.  It was truly breathtaking, the photos do not do it justice...

I am preparing to move into a new apartment and have been finding the littlest things seem to stress me out.  Sometimes in life you need to take a step back and experience something like watching a sunset alone to remember how beautiful and precious life is.  Not to get all sentimental here, but I honestly felt better and less stressed by the time I got home. Not to mention, it's not even 8 and I've showered, made coffee and found time to journal a few of my thoughts here before leaving for work.  I hope my internal clock decides to wake me up early again soon...  ENJOY TODAY!