We're going to learn this here on the computer, but I hope you will soon do it first thing in the morning before you even get out of bed. We can all benefit from this delightful exercise so tell your family about it too.

As you awaken, take a deep breath- stretch if you feel like it and put a smile on your face. If you've opened your eyes, close them again.

Feel the warmth under your covers. Say to yourself:

"I feel the softness of the sheets against my skin."

"I feel the fresh air coming in through the open window."

"I smell the grass."

"I hear the birds."

"I smell bacon."

"I hear the traffic."

The garbage truck is backing up.

A train goes by.

The floor creaks as someone walks outside your room.

The clock is ticking by your head.

What else do you notice?

What always happens first thing in the morning?

What can you be sure of because of what you notice? If you hear rain you know you'll need a raincoat this morning. If the air is chilly through your window you'll need a jacket. The birds are much livelier in the Spring.

Smelling bacon makes you hungry. Someone is up cooking already.

Certain things always happen. You can count on them. They make you feel safe.

They remind you of how good you feel about you. What a wonderful way to start your day. Good morning!