Alluring Altitude

On August 15, 2020August 15, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry32 Comments

Not a sound can be heard
Except an occasional chirp
And the wind’s whisper
Gliding through evergreens
Protecting from sun’s burning rays

Peace flows through veins
Its gentle movement calms the mind
As fragrance renews all senses

With my love beside me,
Gratitude embodies my heart
Together we stay mesmerized
Sitting on the shore
Watching the dragonflies
And reveling in the melody of silence

Lauren Scott (c) 2020

We’re off to the lake next week, so I’ll be disconnected from technology.
It’ll be good to get away and unwind in the fresh mountain air.
I’ll see you when I return, and in the meantime, I want to give a Big
“Thanks” to all of you who pop in a regular basis and to those who
visit now and then. All I can hope for is to write a poem or story
that resonates with you, so that you’ll have a special take-away
each time you leave. Thank you, Thank you! I appreciate you so
much! Stay well, stay happy, stay healthy! Love, Lauren 💗💗💗

4/24/20

On August 1, 2020August 2, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry42 Comments

The world suffers.
The patio is
our shield.
Wine fills
crystal
we’re careful
not to shatter

like human lives
across the globe.

The dog snores
without a care.
Hummingbirds
fly like
the Blue Angels.

A warm breeze
winds its way
in between us
and the roses.

Silence –
a soothing
melody.

And yet,
we know
what lies
on the
other side
of silence.

The world aches
where peace
is far removed
from day-to-day.

Her Offerings

On July 12, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry28 Comments

Harmony lives in each flow of a breeze
In each gentle embrace of evergreens
The clear blue enchantingly shields
Let nothing stay concealed.

Blooms tender their affable smile
Leaves listen in for awhile
Birdsong soothes the whirling mind
A landscape perfectly designed.

Nature’s lessons are plentiful
Shall our choices be flexible?
We are not ignorant to her offerings
Receive them for relief of suffering.

A painting of beauty and brilliance
Mesmerizing even in distance
Can you deny the splendid view?
Allow serenity to fall into you.

Lauren Scott (c) 2020
Photo: from our backyard

Tiny Nuances

On July 9, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry40 Comments

The circle stretches miles long
Hands held, leaving no room
Baring the strength of steel

Some things cannot be forced
Tiny nuances glow in time
The truth, clear as pure water

Emotions flood out
Frenzied with freedom
The agony is extreme

Floating…down, down
Falling reckless
Into arms open wide

To guide and to calm
Into moving forward –
The circle remains as is

Simple Existence

On June 8, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Love, Poetry47 Comments

I stare at this page,
milk white as the
blanketed ground
in winter’s staging.

Where are the syllables
to create
a mixture of magic?

I fear they have flown
to faraway places,
across desert dunes
and boundless oceans
and might not return
so that I may tell him
(again)
how irreplaceable he is.

Instead,
I’ll touch his lips
with mine
and steady myself
in the arms of a man
who is satisfied
with my simple existence.

Romantic musings from years ago for this Monday…
Wishing you a peaceful day.
Lauren xo

An Ugly Pattern

On June 2, 2020June 2, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Dedications, Discussion, Poetry41 Comments

George Floyd display May 2020

Fires

Sparked by distress –

A wound never mended.

The days are not tearless. Have we

Not seen

those same hot flames from nightmares of

yesteryear’s pleading cries?

Let change take root.

Listen.

spreading love in the neighborhood

The recent tragedy of George Floyd’s murder and the civil unrest that followed inspired me to jot down the various thoughts whirling around in my mind. I have more to say noted on the pages in my journal. But instead, I chose to try a another new form of poetry: a butterfly cinquain. So my words are few, but the message is huge.

Then yesterday on my walk with Copper, I came across these two displays – both profound and moving in their own ways. I couldn’t walk by without taking photos, so I give credit to my compassionate neighbors for acknowledging the ongoing injustice and the senseless murder of George Floyd, and for spreading much-needed love. This heart is one of many on a sidewalk that I admire everyday, and the collection began when Covid wormed its way into our lives. Even so, spreading the Love is part of the solution in every situation that brings pain. I thought this beautiful heart was a fitting end to what I’ve tried to convey.

My heart is still heavy, but Hope for change is not lost. 💗

Searching…

On May 26, 2020May 27, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Blooms, Poetry50 Comments

Each day, we search within ourselves to find beauty that soothes us during these pandemic times. I’ve always loved flowers and what they symbolize: New Life and Hope. But I’ve never had a green thumb – hubby has two for both of us. Given the fact that we’ve lived under a dismal cloud since March, blooms have been more dazzling than in past years. Did I value these precious gifts before? Or did I take them for granted? Have you wondered the same?

This weekend, I planted white alyssum and orange geraniums (of course, with the guidance of Mr. Hubby Green Thumb). Their brilliance enriches our landscape of pinks, purples, and reds. I’ll admit, though, the whole process was hard work, but I felt quite accomplished when the job was done. And when I gave them their first drink of water, it was as though I could hear them sigh…Now I have a better appreciation for those who find planting annuals and perennials cathartic.

We know beauty lies in many other forms, poetry for one, and recently, a friend sparked my interest in writing a Triolet poem, a form I’ve never dabbled in. So, because I’ve been profoundly drawn to flowers this year, below is my first Triolet attempt with them in mind…

Blossoms

They’ve graced us with their presence
But have we missed their shades in haste?
In this shelter are there lessons?
They’ve graced us with their presence
And mastered their attendance
With joy and beauty interlaced.
They’ve graced us with their presence
But have we missed their shades in haste?

I hope you enjoyed my Triolet and I’m sharing these blooms that were part of my Mother’s Day gifts from my husband. Lately, I’ve been into the vibrant oranges, yellows, and reds. Aren’t they gorgeous?

The impact of Covid-19 has been different for all of us, but I hope you will search within to find some form of beauty each day to carry you through. Stay safe and well.

Sending love and virtual hugs,
Lauren ❤❤❤

Beauty along the way…

On May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Photos, Poetry48 Comments

As Copper and I enjoyed our morning walk this morning,

Copper smelling the flowers by Steph

I couldn’t help notice the vibrant blooms along the way. Whether they blossom in our garden or in the neighborhood, they have served as an exceptional balm during this time of sheltering in place. Copper even knows when it’s time to slow down
and smell the flowers…

“Miss Bougainvillea, luxuriant and sturdy,
unaware of her magical attributes.”
Yours truly

“The earth laughs in flowers.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Love is a flower you’ve got to let grow.”
John Lennon

“The flowers of tomorrow are the seeds of today.”
Anonymous

“After women, flowers are the most divine creation.”
🙂 Christian Dior

“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.”
Lady Bird Johnson

“Bloom where you are planted.” Anonymous

“But he who dares not grasp the thorn should never
crave the rose.” Anne Bronte

“Their colors bring infinite joy
as they are cared for with pride.
The thorns do not lessen their beauty –
not one delicate petal is denied.”
Yours truly – an excerpt from one of my poems

“Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light.”
Theodore Roethke

“Spring has returned. The earth is like a child
who knows poems.”
Rainer Marina Wilke

A Cup of Spring

Miss Spring sips her tea
as we anticipate
her arrival.
She says, “Be patient,
I will soon bring you
colors so pleasing
and new life, delightful.
But first, Mr. Winter
must finish acting
out his scene.”