A Blanket of Gold

On By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry, Writing

I look across the backyard with a heavy sigh,
just a few weeks ago, the broom had done its
job, the garden gloves lie in the shed, caked
with flakes of dirt, exhausted from pulling
weeds that had the nerve to sprout abundantly,
as though they are admired as much as
the glorious lavender hydrangeas.

Now, crunchy yellow leaves inundate the grass,
as if Mother Nature gently laid down
a blanket of gold. The wardrobe changes of the
leaves, pirouetting to the ground, lead to the season
when Gratitude is placed on a pedestal,
paying homage more than any given day,
which leads us to the turkey brining
in a citrusy concoction. The carving knife
and gravy ladle eager to present their annual
performance. The formal dinnerware excited
to display its shiny patina. The gathering.

And on this special day, the sky and sun
will collaborate to create a bright blue backdrop,
no clouds invited to this celebration,
not even a breath of wind will drift through,
or one tiny raindrop will fall on this event,
just a high temperature cool enough
to welcome a sweater,
the kind of weather that would delight them both.

He would ask for a beverage before sitting down,
and then even after sinking into the soft sofa,
his hand would caress the glass for minutes.
He would pause before taking a sip.

Because before partaking in the festivities,
he, who lived through the second world war,
would slowly absorb
the noise,
the laughter,
the chaos,
the loved ones…

Ā© Lauren Scott, baydreamerwrites.com – All rights reserved.

Whether or not you celebrate Thanksgiving, I wish you the feeling
of Gratitude in your hearts that will last a lifetime.
Sending wishes for a blessed Thanksgiving! šŸ§”šŸšŸ‚

57 thoughts on “A Blanket of Gold”

  5. Lauren this is a beautiful poem that invited me to slow down and appreciate many things. šŸ™šŸ» Also made me think of my grandfather who served in WWII. Wishing you and yours a healthy and happy week!

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    1. Thanks so much for your beautiful words, Michele, and sentiment. They mean a lot, and I’m glad I could evoke memories of your grandfather. My parents were older when I was born (baby of the family), so my reference is to them, and to my dad who served in the war. But they both have passed. Thanks for the wishes and wishing you the same. ā¤ļø

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  12. Jane Sturgeon

    Lauren, you are so lovely. Happy Thanksgiving to you all with much love and gratitude for all our blessings, your loveliness and our loving connections. I love your poem. xXx šŸ’•šŸ˜˜šŸ’•āœØ

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    1. You are lovely, too, Jane, for starting my Thanksgiving day with your beautiful comment, the first thing I’ve read this morning. Thank you, my friend! I’m glad you liked the poem and I’m so grateful for our friendship as well. Sending baskets of love and hugs to you both. šŸ§”šŸšŸ§”šŸšŸ§”

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