I remember yesterday when I stepped outside,
strolling down the undisturbed road
with my dog on my left, his gait as graceful
as a galloping horse in slow motion.
Maybe the squirrels raised their
sleepy heads because of the early hour.
The sky appeared to be coal black,
but when I turned the corner, watermelon pinks,
corals, and lemon yellows took center stage.
My camera did not deliver.
Then I thought of my son
who often says, “Enjoy the moment.”
I slipped that device back in my pocket.
Passing the orange poppies, I imagined
their stems fluttered with excitement,
eager for the sun’s ascent, and in the distance,
silence sang its serene ballad.
As the tempo of our pace sped up,
a breeze joined us,
and the leaves on the trees lining the lane
swayed in rhythm as though dancing a waltz.
Jowls flapped, he smiled with brown nose
set in overdrive. The sun’s gentle touch
added a glimmer to his copper coat.
There was a moment when I paused,
bending down to his level,
fingers stroking shiny, silky fur,
his eyes closed, contented from contact.
When we moved again, his nails on the asphalt
mimicked the clicking of castanets,
and in that second, I realized these observations
on this early morning are what life is all about…
the seeing…touching…smelling…listening…
the being.
Lauren Scott (c) 2021
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
I did enjoy ” the moment”, Lauren, and the poem, thank you!
Joanna
I’m so glad you did, Joanna. Thanks so much!
This poem is beautiful Lauren. I love every bits of it.
Yes “enjoy the moment”, it’s all there is. And wehn we pause and do so, the world seems to stop with us so we could see and smell and touch the beauty.
Have a lovely day. Your poem made mine!
Thanks so much for your beautiful words, Marie. I’m so glad my poem had that positive effect on you and your day. I agree with all you said about when we pause. Have a lovely tomorrow! xo
Oh, Lauren this is so beautiful and so very very true, Being!
Loved it and ah, those precious castanets! 😉
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Thanks for your lovely comment, Marina. I’m happy you liked my words and message. Sometimes we just need to treasure those moments and pauses in order to truly see, feel, listen, and be. 🙂 xoxoxoxoxo
Lauren, this is a wonderful piece of writing, I can feel it all through you ur words. Your realisation at the end is beautiful:
“ , I realized these observations
on this early morning are what life is all about…
the seeing…touching…smelling…listening…
the being.“
miriam
Thanks so much for your lovely comment, Miriam. I am so glad you liked the poem and the realization at the end. And I truly appreciate you saying so. 🙂 Have a wonderful Thursday!
It felt as if I was right there with you and Copper, Lauren. What a lovely poem. 😁
I’m so happy to hear that, John. Thank you for your wonderful comment. It’s those simple times that become significant in many ways. 🥰
And you did such a good job of making the simple sublime.
Thanks again, John! I appreciate the kind words. 🙂
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You painted a very vivid picture the moment.
Thanks so much, Binky!
Moments do need our attention, as they evoke such lovely poetry. Your description reminded me of the moments my friend tried to capture in her camera and I kept saying… hold them in your heart and your eyes! Such is the effect of moments. A beautiful poem Lauren.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Balroop. I tend to be camera happy (a lot), so I need to heed the advice of my son and simply enjoy the moment. This poem was derived from one of those. I appreciate your lovely words. Thank you! 💞
Thank you for sharing your walking memory. It did trigger some memories of walks in beautiful tranquil places I’ve visited in the past. Walking sure beats the treadmill as there is so much to observe 🙂
I’m glad my poem triggered such wonderful memories, Ian. And you’re right about walking outdoors; there is so much to see and hear. Thanks again! 🙂
Lovely Lauren, I was there with you and Copper and am grateful for the moment. Thank you. ❤ xXx
What a wonderful thing to “say” Jane. I’d love to take a walk with you. 🙂 Thank you for your lovely words, dear friend. 🧡🍁🍂
My heart is full!! The word imagery is so pure and clear. Thank you for sharing this beautiful moment.
Aww, thanks so much, MW! I’m so glad you enjoyed this little walk. 💕
LOVE this! You are true to all of your thoughts and emotions in your book.
Anyway, I’m here scouring for a pic of your book cover. The one in my Kobo Reader is too wide.
I know I will find one! xoxo
Thanks, Resa! I’m glad you enjoyed this walk. 🙂 And did you find a photo? There are some in several posts and also on my sidebar. Happy weekend! 🥰❤️
Yes, I found a photo, thank you!
Simply beautiful poem. Loved every stanza, Lauren. Too good.
Thanks so much, Kamal! I appreciate your wonderful words and visit. Have a good day!
Welcome always dear Lauren 💖😊😊💖
Lauren,
I know that feeling of wanting to capture the moment with a photo. There are times it is about privately savoring the event at hand. I have had this lesson many times via hummingbirds and butterflies, who have come up to greet me. In this blog, you have been able to use your words to paint a picture of what you experienced. For that I am grateful. Many Blessings Lisa xoxo
Thanks so much for your lovely words, Lisa, and I’m glad you can understand the concept of enjoying the moment. I would also be tempted with those hummingbirds and butterflies. Have a wonderful Monday. xoxo
You are welcome, Lauren. Enjoy the rest of your day 😊
You, too, Lisa! Thank you! 🧡
Thanks for sharing that lovely moment Lauren. I loved the castanet metaphor. ❤
Thanks, Debby. Sometimes, the simplest of moments can bring awareness and serve as good reminders to “enjoy that moment.” 🙂 💞
True dat! ❤
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I feel like I was there with you, Lauren. Great imagery!
Thanks for your kind words, Barbara! 💕
Ah, yes – those moments of Presence! They are priceless and so is your description of your experience. Thanks for this — it’s inspiring! 💗
Such a wonderful comment, Betty. It’s all about the here and now, the journey and noticing our surroundings. This simple walk was lovely in many ways. Thank you! 💕💕💕