Ante-jentacular means before breakfast. It's therefore an immensely useful word for describing coffees, showers and the occasional bloody mary.
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A leisurely walk in a beautiful place has a soothing effect on the soul
ReplyDeleteAnd I so I set out to wander about on an ante-jentacular stroll
No spectacular sights or remarkable scenes presented themselves to my eyes
But the cool morning breeze through the sun-dappled trees made all of the leaves fall and rise
I’ve watched ocean waves as they crashed on the rocks and seen passing sails in the sun
And looked up as the clouds like spirits in shrouds were chased by the wind on the run
I’ve seen mighty mountains face thundering storms and I have been thrilled by the sight
But today I’m inclined to the pleasure I find in the leaf-dance and flickering light.
That's absolutely beautiful. And involves gongoozling. Perfect.
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