THE PERFECT SUNRISE

To: A romantic

A perfect, romantic sunrise requires one major ingredient which can not be substituted: someone you love to share it with. Of course, everyone realizes this already. Many find the minor details almost impossible to get right, though.

A white gazebo with a roof and four open sides sets the mood. From the center of the white roof hangs a swing only large enough to fit two people comfortably. A twin size, lightweight blanket-- preferably a solid light color or a solid dark color-- needs to be available to share for comfort purposes. (Note: Since the house is behind the patio, its out of sight, out of mind. Comfort rests in knowing that if something goes wrong, a safe haven waits the couple.)

The temperature itself should be chilly enough to need the blanket and make cuddling desirous, but it should not be cold enough to make the couple run into the house. This makes the ideal temperature around sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit. To the perfect temperature add the perfect background-- silence. (If one or both of the couple happen to be the kind of people who are scared of quiet, birds or crickets play percussion.)

The horizon needs to be visible for a mile, at least. Still, a small forest may also interrupt the horizon after a respectful distance. The dew on the grass will shine in the pre-sunlight hours, and a light touch of fog in the distance which does not obstruct the sunrise is welcome. This creates a sedate feeling to the morning’s wait.

These details set the scene for the trysting pair, allowing them to view the sunrise without numerous distractions. When the first hints of yellow, orange, pink, red, and purple rays show themselves over the tree tops, the couple will be ready for the glorious display. Afterwards, they may find their own distractions.