The Morning Porch

Dave Bonta September 23, 2020 2

A warmer morning; the blue sky harbors an ever-so-slight suggestion of haze. The sound of rodent teeth chiseling open a black walnut.

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Louise Gallagher
4 years ago Permalink

So beautiful.
Susan Spivack
4 years ago Permalink

Yes! thank you

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