Life is like a package
placed in our cupped hands,
wrapped in festive paper,
tied in matching ribbons
we unravel first.
Heartbeat increases
from excitement
of what we’ll find.
We lift the lid,
peek inside,
but unlike paper,
recyclable,
the gift of life
cannot be tossed back
into the universe.
No spare awaits
on the sidelines.
The contents
require tenderness,
but first lies a set
of instructions
unique to the recipient,
as visible as
a red rose in
a garden of daisies.
If those guidelines
are followed
with gratitude, bravery,
and tenacity,
the purpose of our gift,
so delicately given,
will come as naturally
as the moon on a night,
deeper than the deepest sea.
Lauren Scott (c) 2022
Baydreamer 
Love this tribute to the Gift of Life. It’s easy to forget what a blessing life really is. Well done, Lauren.
Thanks so much, Mark! I appreciate your kind words. Have a great day!
Thank you, Lauren, for the beautiful and poignant poem!
Joanna
I thank you, Joanna, for your most lovely comment. 💕
…and yet, taken for granted so often. Thank you for this gift, my dear Lauren!
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Yes, it’s so easy to forget how precious and fragile life is. Thanks for your lovely comment, Marina. Have a wonderful day, my friend. 💞🌺💞🌺💞🌺
You too, my dearest Lauren! ❤️💖🌷💖
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How beautiful your own is, Lauren! Each life is unique and precious. We live and survive in our own distinct way with our own beauty. It’s lovely! 💞
Thanks so much for your beautiful thoughts, Miriam. And yes, each life is unique and precious and beautiful in its own way. Hugs 💗
Real life unfolds when we “lift the lid and peek inside” So true Lauren! Love those insightful thoughts, which convey a beautiful message. 🤗
Hi Balroop, I’m so glad you enjoyed this tribute to life, as Mark called it. Thank you for your lovely words! 💞
This is such a lovely poem, Lauren. I think I will read it again …
Thanks so much, Robbie. I hope you enjoy it just as much the next time you read it. 🙂
Lovely, Lauren
Thanks, John! I appreciate you saying so.
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Well said.
Thanks, Andrew. I appreciate your kind words.
Very nice. It’s always important to remember how lucky we are to have received this gift of life.
Thanks, Janis. I appreciate your lovely comment, and it’s good to get a reminder every now and then. 💕
Reblogged this on John Cowgill's Literature Site.
Wow! Thanks again, John! I’m so glad you liked this poem, too.
You are welcome again.
Splendid tribute to the gift of life, Lauren. Too good
I appreciate your kind words, Kamal. Have a wonderful weekend ahead! 💗
You are always welcome dear Lauren 💞 same to you too 😊😊
Your loving grace flows through your poem, Lauren. Life is a gift, as are you. ❤ xXx ❤
What a beautiful thing to “say” Jane. And so are you, dear friend. Happy Friday and much love! xoxoxo
That is a very nice way to express it.
Thanks for your kind comment, Binky. I appreciate it.
Wow, this is such a lovely poem Lauren, showing us that we can make the most of life if we remain faithfull and keep hope alive, always.
Thank you SO much for sharing your wisdom with us. ❤
Hi Marie, thanks so much for your beautiful thoughts and words. I’m so glad you enjoyed this poem and the message I wanted to convey. ❤️
Ahh, Lauren! You are the rose midst daisies. Beautiful verse, my dear.
xoxo
Resa, you’re too sweet! Thanks so much for your lovely words. Wishing you a happy, happy weekend! 💕🌻
Such a beautiful and insightful poem, Lauren. Life is quite precious and not to be taken for granted. Enjoy your journey of discovery.
Thanks for your lovely words, Diana. I’m glad you enjoyed this poem. Life is definitely not to be taken for granted. Enjoy your Sunday.