Author: Lauren Scott, Author
Welcome to my corner of this wonderful community where I share my poetry, short stories, and occasional photos. My husband and I have been married for almost thirty-five years, and we have two adult children. Our furry family member is Copper, an 80-lb chocolate lab mix, and he just turned 13 years old.
I have published two collections of poetry: New Day, New Dreams (2013) and Finding a Balance (2015). My memoir, More than Coffee, was published in 2021, and my recent publication is a poetry collection titled Ever So Gently released in July.
I have finished my first children’s book and am working with my illustrator with plans to publish in 2024.
When you visit, I hope you find something to take with you, but that you also find something enticing enough to keep bringing you back. I truly appreciate your visit.
Cheers,
Lauren ❤️
Last Chance
It’s almost time to
let sun take its curtain call
one last chance to shine
LScott © 2014
(I’m a little premature, as the sun will shine
for awhile longer before rain will begin,
but the garden is changing
and soon, seasons will, too.) 🙂
Raw Emotions
A million miles away
I feel pain
from the horror I hear
Young faces with
soft brown eyes
wonder why
With muted breath
and a shocked system
they got what they wanted
Living in walls of fear
shedding endless tears
Lauren Scott © 2014
Aflutter
Whenever you’re near
my heart goes aflutter
No matter my mood
you make me feel better
All flustered and such
I lose my control
from your slow, gentle touch
right down to my soul
I love when you love me
I love being your girl
You have a special way
that makes my mind swirl
Let’s take a ride to the sky
and see where we land
We’ll find magic anywhere
when we’re hand in hand
Lauren Scott © 2014
(A little “sappy” for your day
and hope it’s a good one!)
♥ 🙂 ♥
Harmony
Let there be peace in the world,
more laughter and love for our boys and girls.
Let goodwill and kindness, no matter your color,
be spread through the hearts of our brother.
Let compassion pour through our words and actions,
pulling all violence from our media attractions.
Let there be peace in the world,
to end all suffering for our boys and our girls.
Lauren Scott © 2014
Photo: Google Images
(This is more of a plea than a poem)
Thanks so much for stopping by and
have a wonderful weekend! ♥
Carousel Dream
She sleeps in her bed
with a comforter made of
pastel colored flowers and
a soft pillow for her head
Dreaming of silvery manes
and bows on white horses
as they ride on a carousel
with draped, sparkling reins
Outside her window, though
she hears shuffles and squeaks
and feels a bit frightful
from the night time show
Mom sings calming tunes
convincing her precious girl
the sounds were only the
language of raccoons
Lauren Scott © 2014
Photo: Google images
(This was a “daughter” memory from years ago) ♥
What is your Truth?
Are you where you want to be in your life
or do you still have dreams pending in the sky?
Do you begin each day with a joyful start
or does ‘worry’ clutter your mind and ‘hurt’ clog your heart?
Are you walking between the lines, feeling confused,
misplaced in the realm of normality, exhausted and bruised?
Try some soul searching for Bravery and invite Peace into your routine.
Give yourself credit for enduring any physical or emotional pain.
We’re not meant to exist simply in green meadows, dotted with flowers,
but remember to breathe in their beauty and to believe in Miracles.
Lauren Scott © 2014
Photo: http://www.fs.usda.gov
Cleveland National Forest
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 