It’s better to move on, if you can’t play. Don’t reside in self-pity.
Its color isn’t your best shade, and it’s their loss. They have no
idea what they’re missing – your compassion, your sincerity,
your wit, and all the love you hold in your heart. Don’t be quick
to belittle these qualities; not everyone is worthy of their presence.
They can’t simply be attained or purchased with a hundred-dollar
bill. They are innate in your DNA. They depict who you are –
a person of integrity, a person who cares about the common good
and cares less about false images. Your life is about the love you
offer. Your smile and jolly laugh spread onto others, affording them
a taste of happiness. Your past mistakes are not meant to haunt you
into the present or future. Instead, allow them to make you wiser.
If you invite them to ride along, misery will surely worm its way
in. And who wants to experience life in a confining box of misery?
It would be more rewarding to live in a bubble of joy, to watch it
float into the universe, calming storms and designing sunrises,
turning despair into hope and creating more smiles on the streets.
Remember who you are – that you are worth every bit of love you
receive and every spoonful of joy you feel.
Lauren Scott © 2018
Baydreamer 
Thats beautiful Lauren and really touched me today. x
Such a nice thing to say, Alison, thank you! ❤🌼
That is a beautiful thought Lauren.. And yes I agree with you.. Allow our mistakes to make us wiser, and keep bouncing and floating in that bubble my friend.. Love and Hugs always.. ❤
Thanks, Sue, and that joy bubble sounds so fun, doesn’t it? 🙂 Allowing our mistakes to make us wiser rather than pulling us down takes work on our own part, but it’s worth it. Big hugs and lots of love to you, my friend…💕💕
We are all of us works in progress,, If we were perfect we wouldn’t be here.. LOL.. Take care my friend and hope all is well… ( Been away from WP for a while and only just dipping my toe back in my blog.. ❤ Much Love .. And Still sending you.. ❤
Beautiful words. God Bless
Thanks so much, PJ. Hugs and blessings to you, dear friend…xo
You very welcome Lauren. Many Blessings right back atcha
Thanks for the uplifting thoughts, Lauren. 🙂 Have a great week! xo
You’re welcome, Bette, and thank you! Wishing you a wonderful week, too! 💗💗
We need to remember your thoughts here, Lauren. Thanks.
What a nice thing to say, John. Thanks so much!
A beautiful piece of writing with so much wisdom and uplifting reminders.
It is good to understand oneself and care for that person.
To live in the past is never going to help us grow and experience life now.
To be whole. to laugh all of our laughter and cry all of our tears as Khalil Gibran puts it.
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Thanks for your lovely feedback, Miriam, and I’m so glad you liked this bit of wisdom and encouragement. Have a wonderful day! ❤
This is something we all need to keep in the forefront of our mind. Beautiful, Lauren!
Thanks for your wonderful comment, Jill. I wasn’t sure about posting this and am surprised with how well it has been received. 💗
So beautiful!❤
Thanks so much, Richa! 💗
this is beautifully expressed ~ emotional yet down to earth and worthy of book marking to read as a gentle reminder of who we are and what we should stive to be
John, thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! I almost didn’t post this, but now I’m glad I did. Have a good week!
The power of positive thinking. I want to be that joy bubble you have told us about. 🙂
That joy bubble is the place to be, right? 🙂 Thanks, Ian, and yes, the power of positive thinking.
Reblogged this on John Cowgill's Literature Site.
Thanks again, John! I always appreciate you reblogging my writing.
You are very graciously welcome. I appreciate what you write.
I’m happy to hear that, John, and your words warm my heart. Have a good week ahead!
You too, and I hope that your heart stays warm.
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Moving on is the only choice we have Lauren. We can’t hold any moment…all slip away, some fleet faster than we wish, some seem to linger longer but that is just our perception. Thanks for the reminders, we need them when darkness threatens to overshadow. Stay blessed dear friend.
Thanks for your insightful feedback, Balroop, and your lovely sentiments. I like what you said about moments, too. It all depends on our mindset at the time. If we’re sad then time lingers. If we’re feeling joyful, then time passes by faster than we want. Our perception is interesting in that respect. Hope you have a wonderful day, my friend..❣🌸
I love the words as they remind me to be kind to myself xo
Thanks so much, Christy! I’ve missed some of your posts, but will try to catch up soon. Stay happy, my friend…xo
Well said.
Thanks, Andrew. I’m glad I posted this now, as I almost chose not to. 🙂
So powerful and uplifting, Lauren – not to mention full of wisdom. Thank you for such a good reminder.
Thinking of you…. hope all goes well in the week ahead. Hugs to you 💖💖💖
Thanks for your kind words, Betty. I wrote this not intending to post it here, so I’m surprised at how well it has been received. 🙂 Yet, it is encouraging to everyone and thoughts to remember. Hope you have a terrific Tuesday! Love and hugs to you, my friend…💗💗💗
❤ Lauren ❤
Hope you enjoyed this, Jane. Have a wonderful day and week! Hugs 💗🌻
Aww – Lauren! This is just so incredibly beautiful! It’s the most perfect ode to life I’ve ever read! You’ve grasped the essence of what life should be like, revealed its foundations – truly a wonderful poem! ❤❤❤
Wow, Sarah, I’m completely humbled by your comment. Thank you so much! I wrote this for a special friend, so it wasn’t intended for blogland. But then I thought that most of us can probably relate to it. Anyway, I’m glad you liked it, along with everyone else who has stopped by. Hope you’re doing well, my friend. Wishing you a good rest of the week! Hugs! 💗💗💗
I´m not at all surprised you´ve written this for a special friend, Lauren, it truly felt like a gift your words, and I´m so glad you´ve decided to share it with us as well!
Wishing you a beautiful rest of the week too and hope you are well! Much love! ❤ ❤ ❤
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We are all unique and we all have worth, though we do tend to be more critical of ourselves than of others.
So true on both accounts, Binky! Thanks for chiming in here, and say hi to the rest of the Wombies!
Words of wisdom, dear Lauren. May your day be filled with smiles. Love and hugs from across the big blue. ❤️Xx
Thanks, Francina! My day was filled with smiles and a touch of frustration. But all is well now. 🙂 Wishing you the same, and the weekend is almost here again. Love and hugs back to you, my dear friend! 💕💗🌷
Love all the positivism you expressed and so eloquently too.
All good wishes,
Eric
Thank you for this, Lauren. Sigh. ♡♡
You’re welcome, Audrey, and thank you! Wishing you a blessed day, my friend 💗💕🍁🍂
Shoulder to shoulder
Side by side
Joy and sadness
Come and go with the tide
Well said, Ben. Thanks for the addition!
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Thank you! 💗