Ghouls, goblins and ghosts
will soon be out to play, quick
hide under the bed!
Sharing some Friday fun!
🙂
LScott 2013
Photo: Google Images
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 thirty-seven years, and we have two adult children. I have published four collections of poetry, a memoir, and a children’s picture book. I am working on another poetry collection and an early chapter children’s book. 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 ❤️
Blue Sky
My eyes are open now
and they see life’s pattern
has changed
I’m sorry I stayed in the sand
forever, it seemed
but the truth is clear as can be
in my lovely blue sky
and I will move on
because I’m ready to fly
(Poem is fiction in the present,
but true from the past)
Lauren Scott © 2013
Photo: Google images
It’s here – My First Poetry Book has been launched!
After years of talk and a few months of action, the final product is here. I have all of my family to thank for their ongoing support and encouragement and, of course, all of you, for your “likes” and “comments” that gave me the courage to take this step. Without you, this wouldn’t be a reality!
I want to specifically thank my husband, Matt, for being the source of inspiration for many of the poems, my daughter, Stephanie, for her expertise editing, and my son, Michael, for his beautiful cover photo and for taking my “signature” author’s photo, as well.
My first collection of poetry, “New Day, New Dreams” is now available to order from my publisher, Xlibris, as well as, Barnes & Noble and Amazon.
A big “thanks again” to all of you
and if you choose to purchase my book,
I hope you enjoy reading it.
With Love and Hugs, Lauren ♥
Butterflies to Stay
It’s easy falling into lust
sharing moments of passion
Falling in love, though
involves the heart
and much more compassion
Striving for “forever”
isn’t always a stroll in the park
but it’s a package worth opening
to experience that spark
It’s feeling those
beautiful butterflies
dancing inside
and sharing your world
with nothing to hide
It’s knowing you are special
even with your flaws
An eternal heart
loves you just because
It’s all of these and so much more
It’s having someone to adore
through all the mess
and all the calm
to comfort through the storm
LScott © 2013
Happy 94th Birthday, Dad! ♥
I’m honoring my Dad’s 94th Birthday today!
At this “youthful” stage in his life, he still drives, enjoys reading my blog,
has a facebook now, meets a good friend for lunch often, remains active
in his church and is still going strong!
Someday, I’ll ask him again what the secret to a long life is…
Dad, I’m sending you a Blitz Torte (your favorite), but this time,
I didn’t make it myself.
You know I’m a great baker,
but this cake is not my specialty, it was Mom’s.
I was afraid mine would look like the California Earthquake cake again! 🙂
Remember that? I think Mom really enjoyed my attempt and had a good laugh!
There are no new words to say,
only those that have been repeated over the years…
Thank you for all you’ve done for your three daughters
and for all of their families. Your kindness and Love
doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for being our Pillar
and for being Mom’s true love.
WE LOVE YOU AND WISH YOU A HAPPY 94TH!
xoxo
LScott © 2013
Cake photo credit:
Google Images
Gumption
Life is sometimes nonsensical
If we’re not crying, we’re hysterical
trying to fit puzzle pieces together
trudging through stormy weather
Rose colored glasses don’t exist
and if they do, there must be a twist
to understanding the “todays,”
without eyes that are glazed
But I say we keep slogging
with a little bit of blogging
We’ll know when the pieces fit
and we’ll be proud of all the GRIT!
LScott © 2013
Photo: Google Images
I hope you enjoyed this bit of fun and inspiration
and I always appreciate your visits, likes and comments.
Happy Thursday, too! ♥
Sweet Rejection
I offered you my love on a silver platter
lined with chocolate dipped strawberries
You tasted, but only to tease
Instead, you stole my happiness
right out of my hands
although my grip was strong
Very brazen, even for you
and it wasn’t yours for the taking
My heart was wrong for breaking,
but I allowed it
I had a choice and chose the weak path
That was yesterday
Today, my wrath is leading the way
and I will not let you ruin my tomorrows
LScott © 2013
Photo: Google Images
Seasonal Blanket (re-post)
autumn’s wake leaves us
profusely inundated
melodious crunch
LScott © 2012
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 