The question still lingers…

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

I shared this poem from my book, Ever So Gently, a while ago, but I feel compelled to post it again because of its relevance. The question still lingers…

Things I Know, Believe, and Imagine

I know hearts can shatter if beaten down,
and souls can be crushed if pounded,
and those judging others
appear to be close-minded.
I believe people should live
the life they were intended.

I believe differences afford knowledge.
Why is violence the solution
for those who loathe a culture or religion?

I imagine everyone opening their
hearts and minds…
Can you envision this landscape,
like spring blooming every day,
budding across borders and state lines?
A glorious bridge connecting us all…
if only.

I know the ideals of respecting
and accepting will stay models
to be repeated until the narratives
mend, and I hope they do,
because no one deserves to exist
beneath a cloud of pretense.
I believe all people should
have the freedom to live
within the arms of truth.

I can imagine how invisible scars
create hell for the heart.

I believe Love should remain
the center of all humankind,
but since hate continues to linger
on the streets,
here’s a question to ponder…

what should we do differently?

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Thanks so much for visiting today, and
I hope the answer presents itself very soon.
I also wish you a peaceful day and more peace
for your tomorrows…

~ Lauren ❤️❤️

65 thoughts on “The question still lingers…”

  2. Much needed truth, and eloquently stated. I yearn for this, too, Lauren, and I hope I live long enough to see and experience it. Hatred is exhausting; love is healing. It should be an obvious choice, yet so many people choose darkness rather than light. This is a wonderful poem, and Cindy’s right: everyone needs to read this one. 🙂

    1. Thanks for your kind words, Mike, and I hope we live long enough too to see and experience this miracle that our world needs. I agree, love should be an obvious choice, and those who choose hate unfortunately (probably) aren’t reading our poems. Thanks again, and I appreciate Cindy’s words too. 🤗🙏🏻

  13. Love the idea of “love” being the center of all humankind, I wander what that would look like? How would it play out? No battles or arguments? Friendly competition to deferent to your neighbor? I don’t know exactly but a fun question to think about a little!!!!! 😎😎😎😎

  18. Your poem sends a beautiful message, Lauren. Why some choose hate over love is beyond me. If only the world could come together and see love as a way of life.💖

  20. This is one of my favorite of yours Lauren – it says it all!
    I can see this landscape and I do dream of it at times.
    This question is open and I guess we ought to all find our own answers to it.
    Thank you for sharing it again Lauren and stay in peace as well. ❤️

  21. Yes Lauren, I do believe that love resonates much louder than evil. Those of us who believe that must use whatever platform we have to continue shouting from the rafters to make love and peace reign supreme…always. Beautiful poem my friend. 🥰🙏🏽😘

    1. So well said, Kym, about those of us believing should use whatever platform to continue shouting about love and peace. Thanks very much for adding to the conversation and for your lovely words. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

      1. Bless you my friend. Continue to let your voice resonate with hope, joy, peace, and possibilities. 🤗🙏🏽🥰 We got to keep it going, growing, and flowing! 😊💖😁 Much love!

  24. Indeed, why is violence so often the answer? Thankfully, there is also much beauty and compassion as well. If only the News would report a tad more of those stories.

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