2025 Last post: Christmas, Poetry, and Feline Fun!

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

Dear Family and Friends,

I have a few things to share with you…

For the last month, our neighbor’s adorable cat has been cozying up on our patio chair or feeling on top of the world sitting at the bar! We’ve never met this little guy, but now we know his name is Zephyr, and he is so friendly. Our family believes that his visits have a deeper, serendipitous meaning, which resulted in a poem, and I was lucky to take a few photos of our new friend…

A Perception of Intervention

His collar reads Zephyr
friendly as can be
purrs when we pet him
eyes close to dream.
He lives down the street
roams outside each day
finding our cozy chair
to nap afternoons away.
Copper knows we miss him
so he sent a feline friend
in gray coat and green-yellow eyes
to bring comfort, to mend.

Secondly, Manuela Timofte has stepped down from her Editor position at Gobblers by Masticadores, and she will be missed. I felt honored when she featured my work. Changes are always in the air though, so Gobblers has moved to LatinosUSA, a larger website with six editors: Barbara Leonhard, J. Ré Crivello, Nolcha Fox, Michelle Ayón Navajas, Francisco Bravo, and Robbie Cheadle. I decided to submit a Christmas poem to Juan, and I was thrilled when he accepted my submission, which is live today:

A Christmas Soliloquy

The noble fir smells heavenly
Pervading throughout the room
Lights twinkle in red and green
Adding to its festive costume.
Stockings embellish the mantel
Eager to be filled with treats
Garland graces letters in gold
Spelling out P.E.A.C.E.
Dangling to model icicles,
White lights sparkle on eaves
Ornaments shimmer on branches
All this, the stuff of dreams.
But can dreams come true
When years become displeasing?

To read the full poem, I would love if you visited Juan at LatinosUSA by clicking on the link below. Thank you again, Juan, for publishing my poem. 🙏

A Christmas Soliloquy by Lauren Scott

Lastly, in case you have last minute holiday shopping to do:

King Copper: A special poetry collection about our Chocolate Labrador, Copper, who received his angel wings on March 3rd. The ultimate gift for dog lovers or anyone who considers their pets family.
Cora’s Quest: A children’s story about getting lost but discovering that courage lies inside each one of us just waiting to shine. A message for all ages.
Ever So Gently: Poetry that speaks of love on a broad spectrum, nature’s gifts, and the mysteries of life, and encourages us to live life ‘ever so gently.’
More than Coffee: A poignant and reflective collection of verse and prose that touches on love and loss, nature and endurance, and marriage and parenting, and is best enjoyed sipping your favorite coffee roast.

All of my books are available on Amazon, barnesandnoble.com, and Bookshop.

From the bottom of my heart, thanks for spending your precious time here, and I wish you a wonderful holiday!
Stay safe, be well, and I’ll see you in January 2026! ❤️🎄💫🥳

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© Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites.com
Author and poet, Lauren Scott, enjoys small-town living in the Bay Area with her husband, Matt, of thirty-seven years. Their adult son and daughter live out of state, and with frequent visits and technology, the family of four remains close. Lauren has published four poetry collections, a memoir, and her first children’s book. Her latest poetry collection is a tribute to her family’s Chocolate Labrador who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge in spring 2025. Lauren is a recent Pushcart Nominee and has been a guest on several podcasts. Her writing is featured on Spillwords Press where she was voted Author of the Month and garnered Publication of the Month awards. She is a contributing author in several anthologies, and her work is also shared on Gobblers and Masticadores. Her muse discovers inspiration from her family, spending time outdoors, reveling in simple things, and marveling at the mysteries of life.

A younger me wishing you an abundance
of Love, Joy, and Peace! ❤️



94 thoughts on “2025 Last post: Christmas, Poetry, and Feline Fun!”

    1. Isn’t he, Maggie? And he’s so friendly. His visits have really been a gift that we’re enjoying. Thanks for your wishes, my friend, and I’m wishing you the same! Loads of love and huge hugs are flying your way over that big pond! xoxo
      ❤️🎅🏻❄️💫🎄🕯️❤️

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      2. I’ve never had a cat, but if we ever did, I’d want one like Zephyr, except for an indoor cat. I get the scratching issues though. 🙂 But I’d worry about an outdoor cat too much. He looks well taken care of though, so he’s probably a little of both. More love and hugs, my friend XOXOXOXOXOXOXO

      3. I had one years ago, not in this flat, she was a scratcher 🙃 but a great comfort when on your lap 🤗
        Yes, I would worry about an outdoor one 😥
        Stretching dear Lauren xoxoxox 💖🌹💖🌹

  24. Your feline visitor is adorable, and I feel Angel Copper sent him to comfort you. Congrats on the publication of your lovely, and meaningful poem, Lauren. Merry Christmas Eve! 🎄🎁✨

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  35. This was such a fun and cozy way to end the year, Lauren. I really enjoyed your poetry. It does capture that quiet Christmas feeling ❄️ And of course, the cats just stole the show classic lol. See you in 2026 🥂🫂

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  37. I’m so happy that Zephyr enjoys your company, Lauren! How lovely. Congratulations on the publication of your poem. I’m sure you had a wonderful Christmas. Happy New Year to you and your family.

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    1. Zephyr visits us every day, Miriam. It’s so cute and still serendipitous. Thanks for your good wishes and I hope your holidays were magical. Happy New Year to you and your beautiful family, and I’ll see you later this month. xo

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  38. Zephyr does seem to have adopted you, Lauren. Sent by Copper, no doubt, to bring a little happiness to your day. Two wonderful poems for the Christmas season. Wishing you a beautiful new year, my friend.

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    1. He’s so cute, Diana, and visits us every day. It’s been a comfort during the holidays. Thanks for your lovely words about my poems, and Happy New Year to you and your family. I’ll return later this month. But I think I’ll blog less because I’m working on two new books now, along with still promoting King Copper. How do we do it all? 🙂 Hugs ❤️

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    1. Hi Resa, and thanks for dropping in! I’m not sure when I’ll return to blogging. I need to make changes so that I’ll have time to work on projects. It’s a conundrum. 🙂 Anyway, I hope your hubby is better now. Happy New Year! Hugs 🥰💫❤️

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      1. I get it!
        This is why I’m lucky to post once a week/10 days, and why I am chronically behind visiting.

        I do like blogging, but refuse to be “Bossed Around” by any schedule.

        Of course, I’m not selling anything, I’m just sharing art and/or the arts which includes writing.

        So, blog when you feel like it and have the time. It is way more enjoyable. When you have published a book, you can be more dedicated to blogging, as you then need to promote.

        Whatever, I know you will make the right decision for you! HUGS!

        ❦🕊~ ❤︎♥︎❤︎ ~🕊❦

      2. Thanks, Resa! I think this year is a year for change, especially since I’ve been blogging for over 14 years. I don’t want all my time and energy to be online, although I love interacting with everyone and the relationships that are formed like with you. So I might slow down a bit while I work on other projects. I’m going to the San Francisco Writers Conference again this year which is next month, and hopefully I’ll gain more insight which will help me make a decision. Sending lots of love. ❤️✨

      3. I await your fewer posts and your next book!
        Have a blast at the Writers Conference.

        Oh, and when you do launch a new book, I’d like to help promote it, as always!
        ❤️✨ ❤️✨

      4. I appreciate you so much, Resa, and if you share something big, let me know so I can support you too! The conference seems to be creeping up faster and faster, so I’m working frantically to be prepared. Thanks for everything, and take good care.
        🩷✨🩷✨🩷

      5. I might be involved in an Art Show in April… very little left to iron out!
        I’m so excited. I know how you feel!
        You take care ,too!
        🩷✨🩷✨🩷

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