The Mad Dash

  There is nothing like getting out of bed before dawn, dragging oneself to the kitchen to make a cup of coffee only to notice that something incredible is happening outside.  After grabbing the camera and a few extra batteries, a mad dash to the pier takes place.  That hurried pace is all to catch an amazing sunrise.  

  The time of gorgeous sunrises and sunsets has fallen upon us with the change of seasons.  Late fall and all of winter sees the sky in a kaleidoscope of colors but to observe this phenomenon, you have to be quick.  There is no lallygagging about once the show begins.  Within a matter of minutes, the scene can change from spectacular to blah so I keep the camera, shoes and a jacket near the south door of the Little Bayou House. 

  This morning's sunrise did not disappoint.  I had fully expected to do the usual routine of coffee, laundry and the feeding of pets but once I stepped into the laundry room, I was thrown into a frenzy.  The east windows let in enough of the deep red sunbeams to turn everything exciting.  I was out of there even before the old dog had awaken!  Sorry, PJ!  There is no time to wait!  I'll feed you when I get back!  Bam!  The screen door slammed behind me!  Wow!......Look at that!