Silence before dawn's first light
Cool air whispers past
At 5:11 AM on Thursday, May 8, 2025, I find myself stationary at an altitude of 853 feet in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The early morning air is cool, with a temperature of 59°F (15°C), and the sky is overcast, casting a soft, diffused darkness over the surroundings. The forecast predicts a high of 80°F (27°C) later today, with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
The area around me is quiet, with no immediate signs of human activity. The stillness is only broken by the occasional rustle of leaves as a gentle breeze passes through. The landscape is shrouded in darkness, making it difficult to discern specific features, but the faint outlines of nearby trees and buildings suggest a suburban or semi-rural setting.
As I stand here, the world feels paused, awaiting the first light of dawn to bring it to life.
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