Middle of Day

On July 28, 2021 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry

Chimes ring contrasting to
hammer against nail – whack!
Homes get makeovers
why not shine the dull?
Owl keeps watch with golden eyes
its presence reticent to surroundings
Birds glide in now and then for a snack
residual seed drifts to concrete
Leaves flutter from gentle nudge
of summer’s breeze
Footsteps on hardwood walk several feet
was their energy worth it?
Clinking of glass on glass adds rhythm
but not for cutting the rug
Voices remain soundless
where have all the people gone?

16 thoughts on “Middle of Day”

Lisa Hutchison LMHC

Thanks Lauren, for sharing your mindful observations. I feel as if I am with you in your neighborhood.
Many Blessings,
Lisa

July 28, 2021 at 8:21 am Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Thanks so much for “joining” me, Lisa. I always appreciate your kind words. This poem was born from a quiet afternoon when I felt like jotting some observations down. 🙂
  
  July 28, 2021 at 4:26 pm Reply
  1. Lisa Hutchison LMHC
    
    🙏💕
    
    July 30, 2021 at 5:44 pm
markbierman

Wonderful word and imagine building, Lauren. 🙂

July 28, 2021 at 11:40 am Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  That’s a great compliment from the amazing writer that you are, Mark. Thank you! It was another quiet afternoon on the patio. I listened and then I jotted down notes. 🙂
  
  July 28, 2021 at 4:30 pm Reply
  1. markbierman
    
    Thank you. (I’m blushing). 🙂
    
    July 28, 2021 at 5:10 pm
balroop2013

I love those golden eyes Lauren and the mysterious aura that this poem creates. 😊

July 28, 2021 at 12:01 pm Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Thanks so much for your creative observation, Balroop. I love it, and that owl was a gift that we truly love too. It’s almost as if those eyes are watching us when we’re sitting on the patio. 🥰
  
  July 28, 2021 at 4:32 pm Reply
ianscyberspace

Good imagery in this poem Lauren

July 29, 2021 at 7:23 pm Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Thanks, Ian! I appreciate you saying so. Have a great weekend! 🙂
  
  July 30, 2021 at 6:12 am Reply
Diana

Lovely poem, Lauren. Love the image and your stunning words. Have a lovely day, love 💖🙏🌈

July 29, 2021 at 10:04 pm Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Thanks so much, Diana! Have a wonderful weekend! Hugs ❤️❤️
  
  July 30, 2021 at 6:11 am Reply
Binky

Interesting picture of the scene you created.

July 30, 2021 at 5:00 am Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Random observations on a sunny afternoon, Binky. 🙂
  Thanks for stopping by!
  
  July 30, 2021 at 6:01 am Reply
sharonbluhm@gmail.com

Hi Lauren,

You have certainly been a busy lady with all your writings. I appreciate how you continue to venture into new forms of writing.

I’m returning home this weekend and hope you and I can carve out a time to get together. It seems like it’s been a long time.

Love, Sharon

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July 30, 2021 at 8:52 am Reply
1. Baydreamer
  
  Hi Sharon, I have been inspired. 🙂 I’d love to get together because it has been a long time. I’ll email you. Safe travels home. ❤️
  
  July 30, 2021 at 9:00 am Reply