Early To Rise

I heard little feet scurrying around as I lay in bed this morning, trying to postpone the dreaded ritual of anything-but-sleep.  When I got downstairs, I noticed that the TV screen was illuminated, and then I saw a little pixie on the couch, with the remote control in his hands.  We discussed the situation.

Daniel;  What time is it?

Me:  7:03.

Daniel [smiling]: Okay, I got up at 5:48.  And I got out of bed at 5:49.

He seemed quite pleased with himself.  I would almost think that getting up obscenely early was the goal in itself, but I don't think it could possibly have happened if it weren't for the allure of electronic entertainment.

(July 19, 2013)