The sun was climbing over the mountains. I was lying awake with my eyes shut. My day was beginning peacefully.

I turned the truck to face the sun so the warmth would melt the frost off my windshield. Sitting behind the ice, I watched the bright circle melt my ice prison.

Then I drove to the street corner where I sell my scrunchies, and I set my trap. I didn’t sell any, but I did enjoy the idle time alone. I walked around and took some pictures.

It was a peaceful beginning to my day. I felt relaxed and awake when I went into work later that afternoon.

Q. Some people think that you should cover your skin to protect it from the sun. Other’s don’t think they need to do that. What do you think?

Q. Describe a healthy morning routine