If hope was a color, mine would be blue,
struggling like a bird with a broken wing
tears fill weary eyes that blur
they fall with an unforgiving sting
My heart imitates emotional skies
unseen roadblocks disguise a silver lining
Wishing is what I do well, miles between,
my hell, mindset craves refining
Well-being and safety are central
forever and always beyond a wingspan
but distance from this familiar coast –
missing so much wasn’t the plan
A welcoming ring brings fleeting ease
the laughter, the conversation flows
then words of goodbye, reluctantly
and my delicate heart knows
I’ve tried my best to be the best, but maybe…
weakness bleeds into the role I play
clock’s hands move faster without you
minutes have lost their way
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© Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites.com
Lauren Scott
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry
Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book)
Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry
Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose
Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry
Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry
Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku
Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology
Co-Author – This Is How We Grow
Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships
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Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author 
Heartbreaking dearest Lauren 💔
Life brings many emotions and poetry is inspired by all of them. Thanks, Gabriela. 💙
Lauren 💙🫂💙
Sending lots of love xoxoxoxox
I’m fine, Maggie, but thanks, my friend. This is just a poem inspired by one of life’s common emotions. Hugs and love to you! xoxoxoxo 💙
The melancholy bleeds right through.
Mission accomplished, Violet. Thank you. 💙
Lots of emotion in that one.
Definitely! 💙
I enjoyed hearing you read this poem. ♥️
Thanks for listening, Darlene. 💙
What a beautiful poem!
Thanks, Elizabeth! I appreciate your lovely comment!
This poem is so filled with emotion, Lauren. I have tears in my eyes because I felt it so deeply. Just beautiful!
Thanks so much, Jan, and I’m sorry to prompt tears, but I’m glad the emotions were deeply felt. xoxo
I could relate to your words, Lauren. Beautifully written and read.
Thanks for your beautiful words and for listening to the audio, Balroop. ❤️
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Thanks, Mary! 💙
I love hearing you read your honest raw feelings of emotions Lauren and your beautiful longing of emotions you describe, Lauren! That last line is so good. “clock’s hands move faster without you
minutes have lost their way”
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Thanks for your lovely words, Cindy, and for listening to the audio. I never have time to record, but I made time this morning. Something different, you know? I’m glad you loved those last lines too. 💙
Emotional skies, how often the sky reflects how we’re feeling in our hearts. Beautiful words…
Thanks for your beautiful comment, Kim. ‘Emotional skies’ rang true for me. 💙
This is so moving, it touches my heart. ❤️
Aww, thanks so much, Holly. I appreciate your lovely words, and I’m glad the emotions came through. 💙
Very much. Loving the cover on your book !❤️
Thanks again, Holly. One of my favorite photos of Copper. 🧡
I can see why. Such a beautiful pup. 🐶 ❤️
❤️❤️
Makes my heart ache for my boy Tide. ❤️😍
My book might be good for you to find comfort, Holly. Ironically, I just did a post today about King Copper, but no pressure at all. 🙂 Sorry to hear about Tide. It’s so hard. Hugs ❤️💔
You read this emotive poem beautifully!
Thanks so much, Liz. I finally took the time to try something different. 🥰
You’re welcome, Lauren.
A sea of emotions
Thank you!
There is an art to speaking with emotion to be expressed so others can share the experience and you nail that well.
Ian, you are so kind, and your words are so encouraging. I never have the time to record, but I made the time yesterday. And it’s fun to try something different. Thanks so much!
I like that there’s an audio now, Lauren. Your voice adds beauty to this post. Beautiful!
Aww, thanks so much, Hazel. I finally took the time to record. I appreciate your lovely words very much! ❤️🙏🏻🤗
I haven’t learn how to do it yet if I want to add an audio. My pleasure, Lauren. Enjoy your evening!
The beauty of nostalgia, and the blues… the sea waves know them best. 💙 And our hearts, both heavy and light with longing. Lovely poem and reading, Lauren, I enjoyed them both very much! 😊
I love your interpretation of my poem, Nicole. Thanks for listening to the audio too. I should do it more often, but time doesn’t always allow. I appreciate your kind and thoughtful words very much. 💙🤗
Your heartfelt words spoken with such feeling, dearest Lauren. 🩵 It’s so lovely to hear your voice. I love how you are weaving colour into your creativity. This is a beautiful poem, capturing the rhythm of our emotions and and sea. 🩵 Nature knows, as does your beautiful soul. Xxxxxx 🩵✨🩵
Thanks for your most lovely comment, Jane, and for listening to the audio. I finally made time to record. I appreciate your beautiful words very much, and I’m glad you loved this poem. Hugs 💙💙
Full of love and very heartfelt Lauren, Blue was a perfect choice.
Thanks so much, Ernie! I appreciate your kind words. 💙
So sorry that you’re feeling so blue, Lauren. For some reason, the audio didn’t work. Still, reading your words were very touching.
I’m fine, Carol, but life prompts many emotions and sadness is one of them. We can’t feel joy without feeling heartache. It’s too bad the audio didn’t work, but thank you for your kind words. 💙
our emotions roll up and down like the sea and sky, just as you so beautifully described, blue is the perfect color for this
I love your description too, Beth. Thanks for your beautiful words. 💙
beautiful picture 👌
Thank you!
Lauren, such a lovely heartfelt piece, full of emotions. Isn’t that the purpose of poetry; a release of emotions and joy. I enjoyed the reading and hearing your voice. 💕
Thanks so much, Eugi, and you’re right about the purpose of poetry; joy and sadness find their place in each space and line. Thanks for listening too. I don’t think I’ll ever get used to hearing my voice. 🙂 ❤️🤗
You’re welcome, Lauren. I listened to my once, and vowed to never do a recording again. My voice sounded like a child. 😅
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A very moving poem.
Thanks so much, Sadje. 💙
You’re very welcome
Wow…what an opening line, Lauren. Thank you for all of this…oh my. 💝
Thanks for your words that ‘Wow’ Vicki! I appreciate them very much! 💙
Here come a couple more…
Wow
And
Wow!
Xo! 💝
Aww, you’re killin’ me with kindness! 🥰 Thanks SO much, Vicki! Big hugs! 💖😎
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Very poignant poem, Lauren! I can tell how much you’re missing your children. My thoughts are with you. My daughter seems so much farther away since she moved to Galveston Island.
Thanks so much, Dawn, and you’re the first to mention ‘missing your children.’ My words aren’t specific, but you’re a mom who can relate, so you got it. Ahh, it’s so hard, but I’m fine. Our emotions are always good for poetry, aren’t they? I’m sorry your daughter seems farther away too. Too bad we can’t meet up and cry together. 🙂 💙
Life sure can be challenging at times.
Yes, it can, but no matter what, life inspires poetry. Have a good weekend, Binky!
Such a heartfelt and wonderful written piece, Lauren.
Thanks so much, Willie. 🙏🏻
You are very welcome.
Beautiful, heartfelt poem, Lauren. Enjoyed reading it and feeling the emotions come through. Our hearts will always feel the weight of the emotions. But we can always speak and share them to feel a bit lighter. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks for your beautiful words, Mabel, and I love what you wrote: “But we can always speak and share them to feel a bit lighter.” So true, and releasing them from our hearts and minds is a healthy choice. Thanks again! 🥰
Lauren, you write so beautifully. Your remembrance of Copper touches the heart. A beautiful tribute to such a special companion. ❤️💕
Thanks so much for your beautiful words of support and encouragement, Holly. Coming from you, an incredibly talented writer, they mean a lot. ❤️🙏🏻
Too kind dear Lauren. Your books have touched the hearts of many. You are truly gifted and In touch with our emotions! Thank you 🙏 ❤️
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Lost… in a sense. Then the phone rings – found!
A lovely poem, Lauren. It’s wonderful how much you love your kids, your family; how much you love.
And I love that!
xoxo🌟🥰❤️
Thanks for your wonderful words, Resa! All emotions inspire poetry. I love that you love the love!
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xoxoxoxoxo
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😘xxx🤗
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Beautiful and powerful poem. The reading sounded wonderful, Lauren.
Thanks again, Edward, and I don’t record often, so I appreciate your time to listen and kind words.
Absolutely! My pleasure.
Hard to imagine you doing anything but your best, Lauren. But we all slip up from time to time. It’s called being human. Not an excuse, but a reason that one can live with. Very thoughtful, thought provoking poem.
Thanks for your kind and thoughtful words, Curt. This poem is about missing my kids who live out of state. I have ‘moments’ now and then that inspire poetry. 🙂
We finally moved to the East Coast to be near ours.
Well, our kids live in two different states and health care is also a factor, so it’s not crystal clear. 😦 They’re not rooted permanently either. Sigh.
I know the feeling. For a while we had one family living in Alaska and the other in Florida. Both kids now claim there are settled in for good, but we have heard that song before. 😳
There is so much sadness in this poem 💔
I know, Robbie, and unfortunately, sadness inspires poetry. Thanks for reading. ❤️
Yes, poetry is an emotional release
So emotional!🥲 Beautiful!
Thanks so much! 💖
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Thanks again, Manuela! I’m so appreciative of your kindness and support. ❤️🙏🏻