The Morning Orchestra

This morning I woke very early. At approximately 5.30 am the bird song that gently glided into the bedroom was exceptional. I lay still and listened. The sounds were varied. Complex. Intriguing. It was as if an orchestra was playing. Musical conversations. Ascending and descending melodies. Harmonies. Rests. 
During the pandemic, I have often heard people speaking about stillness. The sound of nature. The nice weather. The clear water. Cleansing. Although there has been a vast amount of tragedy and suffering, many people have changed and are changing for the better. Appreciation is the word that stands out for me. Many say that they will appreciate education, school, shopping, family, the great outdoors, and much more when the pandemic is over. This morning, as I walked while being played to by The Morning Orchestra, I too appreciated.