Words to ponder & Spillwords Voting ends tomorrow on October 30th for “Treats only, Please!”

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Nominations & Awards, Poetry
Photo courtesy of my daughter in Tennessee.

As I shared on October 26th, my poem “Treats only, Please!” has been nominated for Publication of the Month by Spillwords Press! This recognition has been thrilling and unexpected. As you already know, I’m not into scary anything! This is why when I decided to write a Halloween poem, I reminisced to the days when my children were young and couldn’t wait to trick-or-treat. My thoughts were more in line with fun and entertaining. So, being nominated is a true honor, especially to be in the company of many amazing writers. Thank you again to Dagmara, her team at Spillwords, and to the readers who offer wonderful support!

If you haven’t yet, I humbly ask for your vote, and it’s not easy to ask. But it is suggested that we spread the news, so please forgive me for asking again. 🤗 If you choose to support me, simply visit Spillwords here: https://spillwords.com/vote/ and you will need to register and/or log in. Your support means the world to me ! ❤️

Last day to vote is tomorrow, October 30th!

Treats only, Please!

Creepy cackles from tall, looming trees
startle their jumpy heartbeats as they walk.
Shadows discreetly follow the echoes
while they timidly proceed down the block.

Young voices repeat with conviction,
“It’s just a night for entertainment.”
There’s no need for goosebumps and fear
as their eyes focus on the cracked pavement.

Undeniably sensing they’re not alone,
many follow in their hesitant footsteps,
eager to reach doors and push doorbells
but afraid of frightening special effects.

Broomstick witches in purple velvet capes,
eerie fog rolling in with white-gown ghosts,
superheroes from blockbuster movies,
owls hooting from high in their posts.

Some faces look like long lost relatives,
wrinkly and aged like dear old granny.
Ignoring the screeches, they focus only
on filling pillowcases with loads of candy!

You can read the poem on Spillwords here!❤️🙏

I offer a Huge Thanks to you who have already voted for my poem. 🙏💞

And as you depart today, I leave you with words to ponder…

Maybe

When you sit by the window,
evading life’s demands,
watching hummingbirds
flit about, do you wonder
if our existence is the only
breathing form?
Who’s to assume we’re alone
with stars millions of miles
away glistening in the night?
Maybe other beings wonder
if they are simply
a tiny atom or molecule
floating in the larger picture.
Maybe we’re just a raindrop
in someone else’s universe.
(From Ever So Gently)

Thank you for stopping by, and have a wonderful day! Stay well, stay safe! 🧡🍁🙏

Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites ©2024 – All rights reserved.
Photos courtesy of Spillwords and Pexels

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Author Latest Release Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poems
Author, More than Coffee: Memories in Verse and Prose
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48 thoughts on “Words to ponder & Spillwords Voting ends tomorrow on October 30th for “Treats only, Please!””

  2. Happy to support you! I was easily able to associate my WP account with a new Spillwords account – it took no time at all. I hear you about how hard it is to ask for support — votes, reviews — but it’s my pleasure. 🥰

    1. Hi Vicki, I really appreciate you taking the time to create an account. Just what we need, another account, right? So, thank you for your support! And yes, asking for reviews. Sigh. I look forward to seeing you and Wynne on Saturday! 🤗💞

    1. Thanks, Steve! Your kind words make my day, and again, thanks for your vote! I wasn’t feeling well yesterday, so one day caused me to get behind on reading blogs. But I’ll visit you today, for sure! Have a good one! 🤗

    1. Oh, it’s so good to see you, Marina! I’ve missed you, but I hope you’re all settled now. And thanks for the vote! You are the best, my friend! Yes, I’ve been busy, but a good busy! Sending lots of hugs and love to you too! And Welcome back! 💖🤗💖🥰👻🧡🍁

  10. So exciting, Lauren on a poem you least expected to be nominated with and it’s truly a great one! I love it!!! Sending you all the wishes of ghouls, pumpkins, wrinkly faces etc on your side for treats not tricks this Halloween! Fingers crossed…🤞🏻 Glad you’re feeling better💕

    1. Thanks a bunch, Cindy! I didn’t think a non-scary submission would turn out to be so well-received. I guess we never know, which is why it’s always good to try. I truly feel honored, and I have everything crossed! Why not?! Thanks again, my friend! 💖😁👻💀🎃

  13. Dear Lauren,

    I missed it again!

    Well, I did read on time once and vote on time.

    I’m sick about this. Of course I would vote for you in a heartbeat. Your work is excellent.

    I hope you win!!!!!!

    AAaaaarrrrgggghhhhh!!!

    xo❤️🥰💓xo

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