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What wakes you up?  The question could apply to what gets you motivated in the morning, what perks your spirit after the 3 pm doldrums, or anything in between. 

It strikes me that most wake-up triggers are connected to the 5 senses:  the smell of brewing coffee, the sight of an invigorating color, the sound of an egg hitting a hot pan, the feel of tile underfoot, the taste of citrus juice. 

Are your wakey-wakey favorites connected to your senses?  What wakes you up?

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