Early in the Morning

So I gotta get up early in the morning
To find me another lover
So I gotta get up early in the morning
To find me another lover

The Gap Band 1982


There is mercy in even the most difficult times. Buddhism teaches that freedom resides in the space between action and reaction. For me there is a physical manifestation of this space, it is the predawn. The predawn is such an amazing time. Allah's forgiveness reigns. It is a time of freedom for me. It is a place where I am pure and unmarked by the life I've lived. I am grateful for the time before light.

early
by Ayesha Ali

I get up early
escaping
my judge and sins
sleep deeply
certain of the case against me
the just punishment meted out
but for now
I am free from the litany of charges
until court resumes
I will enjoy my innocence