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Love the Silence of the Morning – A Poem

“There is nothing like the silence of the morning,” my ears whisper to my brain.

My empty coffee mug plays silently on the wooden table.

A java residue coats my mouth and my tongue whispers, “Appreciate your time alone

with only the voices of your thoughts.”

My paper plate, licked clean of butter, ricotta cheese and crumbs of matzah, shines in the

reflected light of the early morning sun.

My stomach hears the silence and digests the words of a poem.

A poem entitled, “Love the Silence of the Morning.”

About the Author

Florida's Jewish short-story writer, speaker, film producer and retired attorney. Mort is the co-editor of "Sea Of Tranquility---A Literary Anthology." The book is scheduled to land on the Moon in September 2025 as part of the Lunar Codex Project. The Earthbound editions are now on sale. He has also authored, "A Hebraic Obsession", "The Hanukkah Bunny" and "The Greatest Gift." Mort has produced an award-winning short film entitled, "The Stairs". Movie can be viewed online. ChatGPT says, "Mort is known for his works that often explore themes of love, loss, and the human connection. Laitner has published several books , including “A Hebraic Obsession.” His writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and introspection. Laitner’s works have garnered praise for their heartfelt expression and keen insight into the human experience." Mort is in his third year as president of the South Florida Writers Association. He was a correspondent for the Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel Jewish Journal.