I whispered, “We are the lucky ones who woke up this morning while others were still sleeping.”

On the first day of January 2025, I woke up early and started my morning walk. Some neighbors’ houses and windows were still closed, and the streets were quiet. Usually, when walking along the road, I worry that a careless motorcyclist will hit me from behind.

That morning, those worries disappeared. My feelings were so light. I enjoyed the tranquility. Passing by some people sweeping the front yard and watering the flowers on the porch, I whispered that we were the lucky ones who woke up this morning while others were still sleeping.

As the virtual gifts to all my readers, here are some wildflowers I photographed on my way home.

Cheers.