A Bright Light

From the hugs, cuddles, and games of fetch, Copper learned he could trust us. And so, he became family. For thirteen years, he gave us unconditional love. He crossed over the rainbow bridge this past March. It is serendipitous to know that he came into our lives in March and left our earthly world also in March – the month of new beginnings. He was a bright light in our lives that will shine eternally. This is the power of our dogs or any pet. They leave a positive, long-lasting imprint on our souls. (Part of the Preface)

On the same shelf with Mary Oliver!

He Carries On

A copper-colored coat he dons
Looking handsome as a celebrity icon
A senior now
Gray on his brow
Even with pains, he carries on.


My Shadow

Feeling empty in my bones
walking from room to room,
where is my shadow?



I hope you’ll let Copper touch your heart like he’s touched so many already. Or perhaps, you have a friend or family member who would find comfort in reading my book. A Huge Thanks to You who have read this special poetry collection and left beautiful, heartfelt reviews. ❤️🤎🧡

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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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81 thoughts on “A Bright Light

    1. It’s been available at B&N, Cindy, but it’s exciting to be in Copperfield’s. Thanks for the good wishes, and I’m glad you loved the poems! I’m grateful that Copper is touching so many hearts. 🤎🧡❤️

  1. Congratulations on this book, Lauren. Lovely poem about Copper too. Looks like he is in good company on the bookshelf 🙂 Grief is a strange thing. I picked up a copy and excited to read it. Much love ❤️

    1. Thanks so much, Mabel, and to see Copper on the shelf with Mary Oliver is exciting! Grief is a strange thing and a different road for everyone. You made my day though by picking up a copy. I hope Copper touches your heart, and I’d love to read your thoughts. Much love to you! ❤️🧡

      1. Grief manifests in different forms, not just in humans but as you’ve written, in dear ones like our pets too. And anything that we love really. Looking forward to reading. Thanks for sharing, Lauren ❤️

  2. Always lovely, to read your lines about sweet Copper. I have my cat, Norișor always following me all around the house, the balcony… so cute, and I can only imagine how it feels, Lauren.. uf.

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