Out on the Porch - by Patrick Joseph Hubauer

I came across a poem the other day and it reminded me of one of our pictures of the Island Cottage porch.

Out on the Porch

Come sit with me out on the porch in early morn,
And watch a new day struggle to be born.
A tinge of orange upon horizon's breast
And stars now tired--flicker low and rest.

Look through dark leaves to lighter skies in space,
At patterns that resemble finest lace.
So quiet hear the beating of our hearts
As slowly day arrives--and night departs.

The moon now pale high in the sky,
Watch morning birds as they begin to fly.
Tranquility abounds, air crystal clear,
A moment stopped in time, devoid of fear.

To feel the warmth of rising sun,
Another day for us begun.
Reach out your hand for me to hold.
Together, watch this day unfold.

--Written by Patrick Joseph Hubauer

The porch pictured above is from the Island Cottage plan. The Island Cottage house plan is a playful, coastal cottage getaway which could feel at home anywhere there is a view. With its wrap-around porches, roof decks and roof-top observation loft, it is the embodiment of a style we might call "Island Victorian".