I set my alarm for 6:00 am, every day. Even in the summer.

I do this for a few reasons: To get the most out of my day, to write, and because I love mornings. I especially love quiet mornings, before the kids are up and there are things to do, places to go. If I’m lucky, I get an hour; sometimes, I might get fifteen minutes. Today is especially quiet.

Just me, my coffee, and my thoughts.