all are invited
to our patio, indulge
and feel accepted
no need to squabble
there’s plenty to go around
nibble in delight
watching from sidelines
awestruck from the performance
nature’s attraction
Lauren Scott (c) 2021
These aren’t the best photos,
but I was happy to capture
these little friends in action.
The day finishes. I grab
the dog bed and bone
and fill the bowl with
water. Drinks sparkle
in crystal clear glasses.
Dialogue begins over
life, the joys and reasons
for rising stress levels.
Cracks in the concrete
absorb emotions. On
the patio, no thoughts
are silenced.
Lauren Scott (c) 2021
summer’s shades shine, I
smile, a banquet of beauty
blooming with brilliance
Lauren Scott (c) 2021
Photo: Our King Copper ❤️
When the sun dips behind tears
and hope goes underground,
all seems adrift – despair
soars high above the clouds,
obliterating any dreams
hovering in their softness.
Waves of misery crash down.
The burden feels too taxing
to lug around for long,
and yet, we choose to slog on –
heavy in mind, body, and spirit.
But in that dark corner of hope,
a dim light glistens in the shadows.
Those ominous shapes transform
into bright colors of optimism
where hope unveils its abilities and
the mindset slowly begins to shift.
Lauren Scott (c) 2021
Stepping inside
Grandma’s house,
their eyes zero in
on the white candy dish,
elegantly painted in pink
and pale green flowers.
Grandma gives them
her approving nod,
so their young hands
lift the lid where inside
they find magic –
gumdrops in red,
orange, yellow, green,
purple, white, and pink.
With each bite and
new flavor bursting,
they give her big smiles.
The candy dish
is only one way
Grandma shows
her love.
(Mom passed away in 2012, but this is one lovely memory of her and our children. My sisters and I can’t seem to find a photo of that candy dish, but I found the one above on the web – a close likeness.)
~ Lauren Scott 💗💗
Another dog, that’s what I needed back then when our
Black lab, Lucky Girl, on that gray November day
Crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Then Mom,
Doris to those who knew her well, gracefully entered her
Eternal home a few months later. I honestly
Felt empty inside – all enthusiasm drained,
Grasping for unreachable acceptance through the tears.
Handling the loss of our sweet furry family member
Involved revisiting those memories of the love she gave
Joyfully to her four adopted humans.
Keeping emotions intact, yet missing Mom – her voice,
Laughter, funny off-key singing, and mouth-watering cooking
Made greeting each sunrise challenging.
Naturally with active emotions, our family felt
Overwhelmed. Dad was devastated, losing his Gal of sixty-seven
Precious years that began in days of World War II. Mom was the
Queen. Another memory was her unequivocal love for dogs.
Riley was one of many canines she and Dad loved over the years.
So, amid these painful losses came Copper, our lab. The
Time was right, and I felt Mom’s otherworldly approval because
Underneath Copper’s quirkiness lies his loyalty, cuddliness, and
Vigilance in holding the guard dog role. He’ll be at our feet
When we call him, shake a paw when he sees our hand.
Xenial describes our friendly lab when anyone visits. Even at the not so
Youthful age of ten, Copper carries an abundance of
Zest for bounding through life, for loving his humans – reminding us that love carries on.
Lauren Scott ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Drought
Don’t plunge into panic mode
Regardless of how dire and
Overwhelming circumstances may feel, but
Unless we acknowledge the alarming changes,
Get to work, take the initiative –
How will improvements for future generations
Touch our planet, be allowed to come to light?
I found these beautiful plants on my walk this morning.
Food for thought as a new week begins.
Make it a good one!
Lauren ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Zoom became an integral part of everyday language, and
Yes, learning something new is exhilarating – the
X-factor of life – acquire knowledge at every chance, for the
Well-being of humanity is the health of our world. But the
Virus caused the need for this communication tool – an
Unexpected fast-spreading, deadly pandemic, forcing
Tears and heartache to ensue around every corner.
Staying well by dodging fevers occupied frantic minds, but
Relief finally arrived because of innovative medicine.
Quality of life slowly shifts into a sense of normalcy, as
Promises of large, joyful gatherings bring excitement.
Optimism feels attainable, overcoming those worst fears,
Nourishing hearts and souls that have been patient, as we
Marvel at the hustle and bustle on downtown streets –
Loving the sights of mask-less faces with big smiles, but,
Knowing the threat has not dissipated. We are openly
Just aware that moving forward unharmed remains possible.
I, for one, exhale with reassurance, but even so, I carry
Hope closely for those who continue to suffer, and
Gratitude rests in my heart every day for all blessings.
Fulfillment manifests from a support circle of those who
Effortlessly carry us through uncertainty. So, forging ahead,
Dare to discover something you have missed through the slog.
Celebrate the community who has your back, for this is our new
Beginning…
At last!
Lauren Scott (c) 2021 ❤️
Photo is from our backpacking trip
to Spider Lake in the Sierra.
A new day begins…
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 