It doesn’t matter the position of sun or moon
or where my feet have landed…
whispers find me,
their tasks needing my attention
at that very moment.
Do whispers wiggle into your mind too
like an annoying song repeating on a loop?
I question if this busyness is urgent enough
to prevent us from breathing in
the fragrance of flowers or admiring
the pageantry of wildlife outside our windows…
Surely our minds,
piled high with clutter,
deserve a detour
for some sweet refuge
now and then…
© Lauren Scott, baydreamerwrites.com – All rights reserved.
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
Indeed! I’ve come to accept that my To Do list will never be done (until I’m dead!) Amidst the busyness of daily life, I do take detours to enjoy the beauty at hand.
I feel the same way, Evelyn. We can do our best, but we need to take those detours when necessary. Thanks for chiming in! 🥰
This is gorgeous Lauren… strung so well and so soothing.. Thank you!
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“Surely our minds,
piled high with clutter,
deserve a detour
for some sweet refuge
now and then…”
Thanks so much, Cindy! I appreciate your lovely comment, and I’m glad you found my words soothing. I hope your Sunday has been a calm day, too. 💞
You’re so welcome Lauren. I certainly did. Thanks a lot!!! Much appreciated.. 💞
Lovely thoughts Lauren, beautifully put together! Yes, whispers find me too! 😊
Thanks, Balroop. I appreciate your wonderful words and I’m glad those whispers aren’t exclusive to me. Remember the detour! 🥰
Hi Lauren, this picture is marvelous and I love your poem. I try to walk in my garden every day and admire the flowers and changes. My poor magnolia took a beating with the hail storm, but it is flowering although the flowers are marked with brown spots. Nature rallies.
Thanks, Robbie. I’m so glad you liked the photo and my poem. I was feeling overwhelmed when these words came to me. I got lucky with this shot and the honey bees. I was pretty happy. 🙂 A walk in the garden sounds lovely, and I hope your magnolia perks up. The brown spots could indicate not enough water, but with the hail, I wonder if the freezing cold affected them. I don’t know…but yes, nature rallies. ❤️
HI Lauren, we had drought and this poor tree nearly died so it could be from that. I thought it might be hail damage though as the buds had brown marks on them after the storm. Sort of like bruises.
I think you may be right, Robbie. I hope it can heal and become well again.
This is beautiful, Lauren. We’re in our heads 24/7 and those whispers can really build up. I’m all for a detour! Hope you are doing well. Sitting here on a rainy Sunday 🙂
Thanks, Barbara. Yes, those whispers can build up, so taking an occasional detour is vital. All is well here, and it’s raining, too. We love it and hope it’s making a difference in the drought. Have a good evening. 💞
Yes, a detour is very much in order. Love the magnolia bloom.
Thanks for chiming in, John! 🙂
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I love your poem, Lauren. I’ve been feeling the same way for the past two days.
Thanks so much, Liz. I have a feeling many people are hearing those whispers, especially at this time of year. I hope things calm down for you. 💞
You’re welcome, Lauren. It helps to know I’m not alone in how I’m feeling.
I try to ignore those whispers as much as possible… but sometimes they can be pretty loud… especially this time of year.
I agree, they can get pretty loud, especially this time of year. That’s how I was feeling, and then I began to write…
Thanks for adding to the conversation, Janis. 💞
This is beautiful, Lauren. Hugs.
Thanks very much, Teagan. I appreciate your kind words. Hugs to you, too. ❤️
We need to pause often and realize the clutter should not be the focus.
That’s right, Ian, but sometimes, it’s hard to ignore those whispers. I hope my words are a good reminder. 🙂
Oh, yes they do!!!
What a wonderful poem, my dearest friend!
Sending hugs and love! 💕💕🤗💕💗
Thanks, Marina! I was feeling a little annoyed by those whispers, so the words began to flow. I’m glad I’m not alone in feeling this way. Sending love and hugs to you, my friend. 💗💗💗💗💗
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We all need to take a break to appreciate things.
Yes, we do. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Binky.
Yes, I find there is always something to do. I need to make time to pause and take in the beauty of the moment before me. Happy holidays Lauren! I enjoy your writings. Many Blessings, Lisa xoxo
I’m glad I’m not alone in hearing these whispers, Lisa. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, and thank you for your kind words. Love and hugs! ❤️
Thank you Lauren! x
Honey, again so proud of you and the comments you received! 😎
Thanks, Honey! ❤️❤️❤️
I could so relate Lauren, I especially loved the last stanza – Surely our minds,
piled high with clutter,
deserve a detour
for some sweet refuge
now and then… Amen to that!
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Thanks again, Debby! It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who hears those whispers. 🙂 I’m glad this poem resonated, especially the last stanza. 💗🌺
I am certain you aren’t the only one. ❤
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Beautiful and lovely poem, Lauren. Your writings are so profound. Happy Holidays.
Thanks, Kamal. Your words warm my heart and I’m glad you liked this poem. I had a feeling many people could relate, especially this time of year. Hugs and Happy Holidays to you! 💗
Yes Lauren I could relate to the poem. Always welcome dear. Hugs and happy holidays to you too 😊🤗💕
I can SO relate to your words Lauren. Very well expressed.
Wishing you and your family a magical holiday season and many blessings in 23!😊
Thanks, Geraldine, and I’m sorry for the late reply. Your comment landed in spam and I’ve been on a break. 🙂 Anyway, I had a wonderful holiday and I hope you did too. Wishing you a new year filled with creativity and joy! 💗
Oh, yes! I find myself distracted by my overworking mind all the time. It feels like a fight sometimes to stay present in the moment, but it’s a fight I’m willing to keep having with myself because sometimes I win and it’s wonderful. 🙂
I’m glad I’m not alone in feeling this way, but I like your attitude, Bridgette. And I agree! It’s okay to feel and fight, then take the detours when needed, that’s a win! Thanks for chiming in! ❤️
Wonderful and stimulating poem Lauren. I concede with you here that the detour is needed in our lives.
This detour will provide rest from the busyness of this world. Have a great day Lauren🔥🙏
Thanks so much for your wonderful words, Mthobisi. I’m glad you agree that a detour is necessary now and then. Wishing you a wonderful day, too. ❄️😊
Good post Lauren ! 💜👍
Thank you, Aana! 💞
Hi Lauren, I love your poems keep it up
Thanks so much! 🙏🏻
Such a wonderful photo 😍
Thank you! 🙂
You’re welcome. Always looking forward to more content
Nice 👍 blog
Thank you 😊
A wonderful perspective, Lauren! I have ensured that I take at least 15 minutes to one-half hour daily to sit down and take in the goodness of nature on our ‘NaturEscape’ channel on TV which brings the most soothing and reflective escape from all the noise and clutter of my day through stunning live visuals of wondrous places around the globe…ocean, beaches, palm trees, a rustling onshore breeze, sunsets, moonlight, mountains; so much of which we are surrounded by here on the coast. Unrelenting stresses lead to anxiety and more.
It sounds like you don’t need a reminder, Don, and that’s good. I do the same, but some people (I know a few) just won’t slow down. And that’s not healthy for mind, body, or soul. Thanks so much for your comment and for sharing your method of detouring. Take good care, my friend.
Oh my gosh, yes. Same same! Detours, clutter — I tend to oft talk about these. I embrace detours. Of clutter I say, what clutter? ((um… I taught Marie Kondo all she knows…))
And Oh, how those songs and whispers come to lollop around for hours. I resonate with this post. Funny thing too, I’ve had a title for an upcoming project (it needs a title, you see)
And I’ve asked Universe to drop me hints if IT thinks the one I’m contemplating is worthy. I have my feelers out on full alert, attuned to all hints I receive. I will explain more when the time is ripe. But for now, let me just say it has to do with whispers and shadows and echoes that visit me.
So yeah, 👏 this post speaks to me tons. Thanks for writing this. Glad I landed here. You’ve inadvertently pointed a lantern in my direction. Blessed be, Lauren.
Let nothing come between you and the lovely detours, my friend. Xoxo
I’m so glad you landed here too, Selma! So happy my words resonated, and I hope you find your title soon. Titles stump me more often than not. 🙂 Thank you for your amazing comment! Sending hugs to you! ❤️💗
Thanks. Yes. You helped.💘