ANOTHER DOOR OPENS

On November 25, 2011July 21, 2013 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Melancholy60 Comments

She made humble resolution
when she found out the news
tears leisurely rolled down her face

How must one feel
when they hear those words…
accept them with heavenly grace?

In one way, she acknowledged
by speaking to God with an open heart
knowing her life was not a waste

Yet, not ready to give up the fight
and passionately shaking her head
she was prepared for this unthinkable race

She trusted God, but, was faintly bemused
(Believing His way was the right way)
not yet, was she parting for a higher place

So with infinite love from her family
With incredible support from her friends
She fought with a smile and embrace

Though, after some time of following rules
and playing this game with tenacity
her body tired and couldn’t sustain the pace

Thus, saying farewell to her loved ones
She was given angel’s wings
for her new life of eternal happiness

Another door opens…

In loving memory of family and friends
who have passed away~

Sharing a little Gratitude and Thanksgiving Wishes :)

On November 21, 2011November 24, 2011 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Dedications, Holidays15 Comments

I’m thankful for
my parents, who brought me
into this world
They had two lovely daughters
Then another little girl
They’ve lived into their nineties
Seen new changes along the way
Each day, I think of them
Each day, for them, I pray

I’m thankful for
my husband, I’m the lucky one
for all he does for me
for how he shares his heart
and gives of himself so lovingly

I’m thankful for
my children, my daughter and my son
for who they’ve grown to be
for their love and compassion
they give so generously

I’m thankful for
all those unmentioned, they know who they are
and for my loving dog who passed
She’ll be our forever star…

for sight, so I may see
all of God’s creation
for sound, so I may hear “I Love You”
with tremendous elation…

and last, but not forgettable
for all of you
my friends in the blogging world
May your Thanksgiving be
absolutely wonderful!

Hugs and Blessings
Lauren

NOTE TO SIS

On November 16, 2011 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Dedications, Family29 Comments

Thank you
for the person you are
for the compassion you show
for the goodness in your heart
for the part you play in my life

For all you’ve done
the listening, the helping, the caring

Our phone calls
can’t compare
to the chance of sharing
a lunch or a coffee
together
Wouldn’t that be better?

No matter the distance
there is no resistance
when it comes to loving you

These words are simple
Yet, honest and true
Even through
the rhythm and rhyme
I cherish the
times I’m with you

Throughout our lives
our families have grown
Who would’ve known
we’d be so blessed
I’m at a loss for words now
You know the rest

What else can I
possibly say or do,
except,
a simple,
I Love You!

To my two wonderful sisters.

ROCKING THROUGH LIFE – Haiku

On November 11, 2011May 5, 2012 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Haiku, Mommy Years15 Comments

This cute little rocking chair
was made by my Mom’s Father in June 1926.
My Mom is still living and turned 90 this year!
She rocked in it and so did my sisters and I,
their children and my children.
This photo is of my son taken 13 years ago.
We still have the rocker and it brings back precious memories~

A special rocker

made from Grandpa’s hands with love

Generational

(My Mom passed away on February 3, 2012)

LUCKY FOR US

On November 10, 2011November 10, 2011 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Dedications, Haiku, Pets14 Comments

This Haiku follows my post
from November 9th.

Yesterday was our first day of coming home to an empty house.
It was tough…
it’s amazing how the routines are sorely missed…
in the morning, coming home from work and bedtime.
How she greeted us with her smile,
how she loved having her face scratched
and her belly rubbed…sigh~
We know it will get easier with time,
but for now…

didn’t know the end

was just around the corner

missing her so much

LScott 2011

Saying Good-bye to our Beloved Dog Today

On November 9, 2011November 9, 2011 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Dedications, Pets26 Comments

Dear Fellow Bloggers,

This won’t be one of my ordinary poems.

I’m simply sharing the sad news
that our Lucky Girl passed away today.
She was a black lab mix, 10 1/2 years old
and a true canine sweetheart.

She no longer desired her normal walks or hikes
with us, as her hind legs were getting weaker.
So, we continued to give her lovin’
and made sure she was comfortable.

Ironically, she was fine last night and this morning,
before we all left for work and school.
About two hours later, our neighbors
heard her crying and checked on her.
At that point, she was lying down, unable to move.

Our neighbor stayed with her until I got home, shortly after.
He had covered her with a blanket, kept her warm and
continued petting her, consoling her
until one of her family members came home.

When I saw her, I bent down,
kissed her on her nose
and petted her. She lifted her head,
looked at me, then put her head down.
I took her to our vet, after calling them
ahead of time, letting them know…

She passed away on the ride to the vet.

I’ve cried all day off and on and I’m not done, yet.

I’m thankful for many things:
my neighbor who took care of her until I got home
the fact that she didn’t suffer long
and, that she was able to say good-bye to
at least one of us…