“Sweet, sweet poetry to my ears” from Brian! A Big Thanks from Kym and I again!

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

I am honored to be featured on Brian’s site, writingfromtheheartwithbrian, in the best company of Kym Gordon Moore who authored We are Poetry: Lessons I Didn’t Learn in a Textbook. Kym is a wonderful writer who always has you pondering the deeper meaning of life. If you haven’t met her yet, please take the time to visit her site: frombehindthepen. You’ll be glad you did!

In Brian’s post, he shares his vulnerability while writing about his early tumultuous relationship with poetry. His humor is what I absolutely love about his blog posts. I know he’ll always make me smile – he simply has that gift. Here’s a brilliant example of how he expresses his feelings about poetry, “I would see the poetic beauty of some of my favorite songs, but poetry and I kept our distance. We were like two shy seventh graders at a school dance. I didn’t come near poetry, and poetry didn’t come near me. We kept our eyes on each other, but didn’t dare talk or ask each other to dance.”

And then he read Kym’s book and mine, and his feelings about poetry shifted…

“But, if it’s possible to turn a large team of sled dogs in the Yukon wilderness like old Sam McGee, before his unfortunate demise, then I think there might be hope for me yet. In fact, I have two poetry books I can’t recommend strongly enough: fellow bloggers Kym Gordon Moore’s We Are Poetry: Lessons I Didn’t Learn in a Textbook and Lauren Scott’s Ever So Gently.

A little of what Brian says about Kym’s writing;

Kym reminded me why I love writing and why poetry matters. “We write because we have a story to tell and emotions to express. We are touched and moved in unexplained ways and want to connect with others who experience the same bottled up emotions as we do.”

Kym’s essays remind me that poetry is a personal thing. It’s meant to be taken in and no one can tell us how to feel. We feel what we feel. I read her poem “Like An Eagle I Soar” and felt myself soaring too:

“my strength is renewed, with wings as an eagle
graceful, strong, and courageous I take flight
to heights I never imagined were possible”

And a little about mine:

I was lucky on two fronts, first to come across Kym’s book and then to find Lauren’s and to race through her book, captivated by her use of imagery and the scenes that she lays out for the reader. I especially found her use of language pulled me deeper into the writing and the nature around us. In her poem “I Wonder” she playfully asks if pine needles “wiggle in delight until they float to the earth.”

I don’t know about other readers, but I read that line and I was hooked. She had my undivided attention. My very adult worries and responsibilities were far from my mind. I was a little kid again looking up at the leaves in the trees…I had to read the next line and the next and the next. She continues:

“I know I would cheerfully slip on my dancing shoes
if the sky above me suddenly exploded in vivid oranges
as though hope itself pushed through all the debris
that I’ve allowed to clutter my mind.“

I don’t know about you, but I can totally relate to Brian’s thoughts. So, to read more and find out exactly what his experiences have been with the written verse, please click on the link below.

And to those who have read our books and shared your reviews, we are grateful. But I’m sure Kym would agree that learning about others discovering little nuggets of our writing that resonate or that they can call their own, well, this knowledge is the truest reward. 💖

Sweet, sweet poetry to my ears

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70 thoughts on ““Sweet, sweet poetry to my ears” from Brian! A Big Thanks from Kym and I again!”

  1. Bravo Lauren!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I know Brian is feeling like a Rock Star right now, and whoever didn’t get to know him, knows him now. 👍🏼 I am certainly in good company with you and Brian. I am grateful for your camaraderie and support! 😊🙏🏽🥰 Hugs and smooches! 😘

    1. Aww, Kym, if Brian isn’t feeling like a rock star, then he should because he is one! His post was an amazing unexpected surprise, so I hope others get to know him and you too if they haven’t already. Their lives will be richer! And I feel the same, my friend. Lots of love, hugs, and smooches! ❤️🌺🎉🥰

      1. I am so there with you Lauren. He’s already a comedian, so adding Rock Star 🎸 to his resume is even more impressive! LOL 😜 Sending you much love, hugs and smooches my friend! 😍💖🥰 I always appreciate your kindness! 🙏🏽

      2. Rockstar. Comedian. Wow, I’m stunned. I’m coming to you two the next time I need an ego boost. That might be every week. IHa, ha, you guys are the best. You did all the hard work. I’m just saying what all of your readers say here and elsewhere!!!!! I’m serious …. It’s a huge step for me to see a piece of poetry, slow myself down, read it and feel it and not assume I’m not wrong in my interpretation. That’s you, that’s not me. Ha ha, thank you.

      3. Thanks for the smiles, Brian, and for your words that mean so much to me. I’m sure Kym feels the same. You gave us both such high praise, so to know that our books changed your mind about poetry, well, what can I say that hasn’t already been said? :)Thanks again, my friend!

      5. Oh you are much too modest King Brian! But your words are so soothing and encouraging. Thank you for always being you my friend. Sending you lots of hugs and smooches Rock Star! 🤗💖😘🥂😊

    1. Thanks for reading Brian’s wonderful post, Maggie, and for your lovely words. I think I can speak for Kym in saying that we feel the same way about connecting with you too. Your beautiful words are truly appreciated. Hugs! 🩷

      1. Hi Lauren, I am planning more breaks from both work and blogging this year. Just short ones when we go away. They really do the soul so much good. I also returned to a lovely review and an exciting new year.

  14. Beautiful recognition of your work, Lauren! I really like the way Brian writes about your book, and love the “wiggle in delight” line… very visual!

  17. Yay! It’s always a delight to see fellow writers receive well-deserved recognition. I’m happy for you, Lauren. Your poetry is sublime and moving and timeless. I’m glad more folks are learning about your work through these reviews. Here’s to more success this coming year! 🙂

    1. You are too kind, Mike, but I appreciate your wonderful words very much. Brian wrote an incredible post for Kym and I and we’re both happy dancing. 🙂 Thanks so much for your continued support and encouragement. Your words mean a lot coming from the amazing writer that you are. ❤️🙏

  19. Oh Wow. Lauren my friend who is very talented at writing and poetry, I must lament that you sure are good at what you do.

    Also, I am aware of Brian’s website and I enjoy reading his blog posts too. I am so happy that you got featured in his site, that is so cool. Keep blogging and wishing you a prosperous 2024💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏

    1. Hi Mthobisi, your words are always so kind and encouraging. I appreciate them very much, along with your wonderful comment. I’m glad you know Brian. His post is so sweet and honest as he writes about his relationship with poetry. But he put Kym and I on a pedestal that had us overjoyed! Thank you so much for your wishes and I wish you the same, my friend.

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