Spinning, spinning thoughts
as my head touches the pillow…
I’m not a tornado chaser,
so I let the turmoil run its course,
and it’s steadfast in its need
to not let me sleep.
And yet, I do, eventually…
I fall, wishing I could be
on the outside, watching…
because I would be proud
to witness me resting
every fiber of my being.
I’m living a tropical
turquoise dream
where a sea of smiles
flows farther
than the eye can see.
An invisible thread of
joy and love glide
from human to human.
The dark cloud of hate
becomes translucent,
only a mind’s nightmare,
a memory in history.
This turquoise dream
carries me away
to a place of peace,
warm sand beneath my feet,
songs of the ocean
bring serenity.
Hope lives and breathes,
gifting a sublime picture
of a brighter dawn
for all hearts with red blood.
Yes…
tomorrow will bring
a tangerine sunrise,
thriving teamwork
to finally unify
on wings of optimism.
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© Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites.com
Photo by Jeremy Bishop on Pexels.com
Have a wonderful Monday and week ahead! 💖
Lauren Scott
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Wonderful!
Thanks, Elizabeth! 💕
Beautiful piece! 💙
Thanks so much, Layla! 💕
Where on earth would we be without our wonderful minds and their ability to transport us up and away? Just beautiful ❤️
We’d be very lost, Violet. Thanks so much for your wonderful words! 💖
This poem is a work from the heartbeat of the loving soil of earth.
Your positive nature is a sun, Lauren.
” mind’s nightmare,
a memory in history.”
– I heard one of our past Prime Ministers speak today. He is 91. His message was akin to that line.
💙🌟❦🌹 xoxoxo
What a beautiful thing to say, Resa. You have a way with words! Thanks so much, and for sharing about your past Prime Minister too. Hugs xoxoxo 💙🩵🩷
HUGS!!!
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Hugs back to you! 💖🌻💖🌻💖
Quite the dream… so very relatable
I know, what a dream! Thanks, Annette! 💖
This is so very beautiful Lauren.
I love the thought of being in a turquoise dream with an invisible 💖
Hugs and love to you dear friend xoxoxox
Thanks for your lovely words, Maggie. I appreciate them very much. Love and hugs flowing back to you, my friend xoxoxoxoxo 💙🩵
Lauren it is my pleasure always 💙.
Love and warm hugs stretching 🫂 xoxox across the pond to you my friend.
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Oops 🤭 apologies Lauren I meant “invisible thread ” blog blindness 🤓
Haha, I knew what you meant, Maggie! Hugs again! xoxoxox 🥰🌻
🤭 thank you Lauren xo
The peepers get tired after a while xoxox💖
Oh I understand about tired peepers, Maggie! Lots of hugs 🥰🤗❤️🌻💖
Lauren 🤓🤗🤓🤗
Hugs to you dear friend 💖🌹❤️🥰
My favorite color and peaceful place to be Lauren. Such a beautiful poem and gift~!
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One of my favorite colors too, Cindy, and thank you for your lovely words. Hope you have a great week! 💙🩵
You are really gifted Lauren.
That’s really kind of you, Ian! Thank you so much! 🙏
🌴 May God fill your heart with His peace and surround your dreams with His light and love.
Thanks so much, Willie 😊🙏🏻
You are very welcome…
I love the themes of peace, love, and nature in this poem, Lauren. You were mentioned in my latest post today.
I do too and thanks so much, Hazel. Oh, you’re too kind. I’m behind on reading, but I’ll see you soon. ❤️
An inspirational poem and a beautiful picture
Thanks for your kind words, Thomas! 🙏🏻
Terrific piece, Lauren. As someone who often has difficulty turning my mind off at night, I could very much relate to your poem. I admire those who can let the turmoil go.
Thanks so much, Pete! Those thoughts are annoying, aren’t they? But remember this dream when they come knocking. 🙂
This is incredible
Thanks so much!
Excellent piece of poetry Lauren 🙏
Thanks so much, Kamal! 🙏🏻😊
What a beautiful poem 🌹🌹🌹
Thanks, Luisa! I appreciate your beautiful words! 💕
You’re more than welcome, dear Lauren 🫶
what a happy, optimistic dream, the welcome of a new day ahead, all possibilities on the table
Thanks, Beth! I love your description! 🥰
This is so beautiful, I love your style.
Thanks so much for your kind words!
Thanks for your uplifting words, Lauren. 🌺
You’re welcome, Carol, and thanks for your lovely comment! 💖
Wow! Lauren, this is a gorgeous piece. Bring me a tangerine sunrise anytime. 🌅
Aww, thanks so much, Eugi! I know, I’ll take that sunrise anytime too. 🥰
You’re welcome, Lauren.
Boy, can I ever relate to this one! Whirling thoughts about the state of the country kept me awake for far too long last night.
In this case, it feels funny to say that I’m glad my poem resonates, Liz. But I guess I’m not the only one, and the state of our country is what inspired this dream. Thank you!
You’re welcome, Lauren. I understand.
Nurturing verse and I love the phrase, “Turquoise Dream.” 🩵
Thanks for your lovely words, Michele. It’s a fabulous dream, isn’t it? 🙂 💕
Very beautiful, Lauren! 💗
“The dark cloud of hate
becomes translucent,
only a mind’s nightmare,
a memory in history.”
Thanks so much, Nicole. If only that were true. 🩷🤗
Makes me want to hop on a plane and go to the Bahamas!
Thanks, Dawn, and me too! 🥰
Always welcome dear Lauren 🙏❤️
Those wings of optimism keep us flying. Lovely, Lauren.
This is a wonderfully uplifting poem. Thank you, Lauren 🙏🌈
Thanks so much, Robbie! 💖🌸🤗