Unseen Hearts – Share the Love!

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! ❤️

Today sparks many thoughts, mostly happy and loving, but for me, there is more to this day than chocolate and roses. So, I’m combining two posts from the past, and if you remember these, I hope they resonate again…❤️

Valentine’s Day is an exciting day for couples to celebrate their love for each other. I also show my love not only for my husband, but for my family and friends who hold a special place in my heart. But we need to keep in mind that today isn’t joyful for everyone. Some people grieve the passing of their spouse or partner. Some hearts hurt from a breakup. Some people have chosen to be single, so today may not hold a huge significance for them. Some live on the streets. Some live with daunting diagnoses. So, let’s be mindful of the different scenarios that play out. If today is a joyful day for your heart, I implore you to take a moment to think of those who struggle in some manner…

Unseen Hearts

Candy hearts say Be Mine
Red roses represent forever
Fancy dinners for two in love
A lifetime of together…

Ahh, the joy…
but my thoughts drift to the old man on Anderson Drive
who wears his gray hair long,
surrounded by treasures divine,
and sits outside his raggedy, faded blue tent
that balances on damaged poles,
an office of esteem used to house the chair
that wobbles beneath his body of bones

and I wonder about the young woman
on Lincoln Avenue
who burrows into a weathered, pea-green bag
on the old bus stop bench –
the scratched enclosure keeps her dry
when raindrops fall on cue,
buses pass by, heading to their next hub
by the curb lies an old shoe

and the poor mutt curled up beside his master,
ribs defined – who doesn’t know
why he only gets crumbs to lick up
from the unwashed hand,
but no leash keeps him bound –
he knows not of despair, but loyalty he comprehends

So, I browse over the valleys of my pondering and wonder,
do your thoughts also drift to defeated souls
where hopelessness betrays faith, where life has taken a toll?
Where is their place on this Valentine’s Day?

© Lauren Scott

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And now for a mixture of love poems from the past…

In Technicolor

A distant memory
in technicolor…
I want to rip the page
from my mind’s
photo album
because my heart
was foolish
to fall for that man,
our skies different
our dreams astray,
but the heart’s pulse
beats to a tune
of its own choosing,
logic holds no leverage.
Though this man
wasn’t a cockroach,
I never wished
to stomp on him.
And so, I’m grateful,
for without that page
I wouldn’t have
stumbled
upon the path
that lead me
to my love at last.

If the Universe Would Share

I whisper to him,
“Do you see that blue
luminous star?
I choose it for you.”

If the universe would share,
I’d pull the gleaming beauty
from the constellations
and place it in the palm
of his hands.

We would sit upon
a slow-moving cloud
and dangle our legs
into freedom.

I’d touch my lips
to his, tenderly,
then hunger would
reel through our veins,
tumbling us into a
pleasant intoxication,

watching moonbeams
pierce our private night sky.

Belonging

Do you trust me? Will you
take my hand and let me
lead the way to a place
transcending boundaries
of our reality? Let us get
lost in tranquility –
dancing to the majesty of 
the surroundings, feeling
rhythm vibrate through our
bones. For as long as our
hearts desire, this is our
destination. Time is but
a memory. Its existence
leaves no trace on the path
where we tread.
There is only you, me,
and the intensity 
of our belonging to each other.

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Do you feel the same as I do? Which poem resonates the most?
From my heart to yours, I wish you joy and love every day!
Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️



107 thoughts on “Unseen Hearts – Share the Love!”

  1. I love the first poem Lauren, it is a powerful reminder that not all are joyful today.

    And the line ‘Time is but a memory’ resonates deeply. Three excellent pieces of love. Happy Hearts Day!!! 💘

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  3. Thank you so much, Lauren. The words “daunting diagnoses” hits home for me this morning as I think about a few dear ones who’ve received unwelcome news this week. Appreciate your depth and wisdom. Sending hugs to you, this Valentine’s Day. 💕💕💕

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    1. Thanks for your lovely words, Vicki. But I’m sorry you have some dear ones who received unwelcome news. It’s unimaginable to know how that feels unless we walk in their shoes. Even around the holidays, I feel the same way. Many of us can celebrate, but many don’t have reason to. Thanks again, and sending hugs to you! ❤️🌺❤️

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    1. Thanks so much, Maggie, and the first one is pretty special to me too. When I was younger, it was all about hubby and I, and though it still is, I (we) also think of those who are struggling in some way. The same feeling comes around the holidays – the calendar holidays that should be joyful for all, but sadly, turn out to be the opposite. Anyway, thanks again, and hope you’ve had a good day! Lots of love and huge hugs heading your way! 💐💖🥰

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  19. isn’t this curious… I typed my comment, and it seemed to have disappeared. at the risk of being repetitive… I lost in vivid thoughts aligning with your piece about Technicolor when I opened my computer and began answering emails.. Happy VD to you and those who mean the most to you!

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    1. I’ve had issues lately leaving comments too, Annette, so I get it. I’m glad one of the poems resonated with you. I look back on those days and am so glad I didn’t marry that man! 🙂 But if I hadn’t met him, I most likely wouldn’t have met my hubby, and he’s been and is the best for me. Sometimes things work out for the best. Happy Valentine’s Day to you; wishing you the same! ❤️🌷

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    1. Thanks for your lovely words, Yvette, and I’m sorry for the delay! Your comment was in spam! I need to check that more often. I found another comment of yours too, so I’ll reply to that as well. Have a good weekend, and thanks again! xo

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  26. All of your poems touch me Lauren as I sit here with my buddy, so very, very fortunate. I paused when I read about the dog. More than loyalty holds him. I think love does as well. And it likely goes both ways. Each other may be all they have, but they have each other. And that is saying a lot.

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    1. Thanks so much, Curt, and I feel very fortunate too. I also agree about the dog, love and loyalty go hand in hand. I don’t know why ‘love’ didn’t make it in the poem, but I may have to edit now. I appreciate your kind words, and I hope you and Peggy had a nice Valentine’s Day.

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  32. These are all so beautiful and evocative, Lauren. You capture love’s disappointments, love’s cast aways, and the peace found in those stable, loving, relationships. Your first poem is heartbreaking and a reminder that Valentine’s Day isn’t candy and roses for everyone. ❤

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    1. After I posted my comment I was thinking of a party TC and I attended on Saturday night. All the attendees are upper middle class and some of the women are taking Ozempic, one has Ozempic face and looks like she is suffering from a terminal illness. It is such an irony to see this behaviour in the context of all the poverty that surrounds us in this country.

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      1. Very interesting, Robbie, and ironic. It’s all Matt and I can do to not let the news of our country and world get to us deeply. Otherwise, we’d easily slide into a rabbit hole of anxiety. Inspiration for my poem today. 🙂 Have a good week ahead! 🥰

  35. Thank you for using your platform to draw attention to those who don’t fit in the traditional and commercialized view of Valentine’s Day, Lauren. Your first poem resonated for me in the many people for whom the daily likely holds little meaning as so much of their existence deals with basic survival.

    And as Binky says, “Holidays can be difficult for a lot of people.”

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    1. Hi Steve, I’m so sorry for the delay! But thank you for your wonderful comment, and I’m glad you’re in agreement with the reason for sharing my first poem. I feel the same way around the holidays too, as they can be difficult for some people. Have a wonderful weekend with your family!

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  37. My fog of memory does not remind of love past, present or lost, as much as reading your poems again or anew does.

    Yes, I got roses, as some got to live outside in the snow.

    Your heart is big, and you are kind to remember the forgotten.

    Roses: I water dry the roses my N gives me. I have every bloom from every rose he ever gave me. Some petals have turned to dust. I have about 3 quarts of rose dust, 3 quarts of dry broken petals, 4 quarts of rose heads breaking apart and 4 large vases of perfect rose heads.

    Belated love’s day love!

    xo❦🌹❦xo

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    1. Thanks for your lovely words, Resa. I can’t help but think of those alone or suffering in some way on days like Valentine’s Day or during the holidays. My hubby brought home roses too, but I absolutely love your rose story. Talk about romantic! You’ve just written the beginning of a love poem. Belated heart day to you too, my dear friend. Hugs and lots of love! 💝🌹🎉xoxo

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