In another life
there’d be no
shattered hearts
no lashing tongues
no broken parts
second chances would be
pearls in our palms
there’d be no storm
only divine calm
no hurting souls
feeling empty inside
In another time
love would weave
through lives
creating peace
and a will to survive
© LScott 2013
Turn the pages from the past
Put your worries in last place
In those fretting times
where hope has vanished
search for a caring embrace
Use a shoulder if it’s offered
when tears begin to fall
They’re not a sign of weakness
but a cleansing of the soul
Take advantage of the sunshine
warming your spirit with it’s rays
and even when the clouds are rolling
there’s always reason for praise
Faith, Love and Strength
follow Hope in each new day
and with each precious baby step
You will find your way
© LScott 2013
This is dedicated to my family
and anyone who needs a “small helping”
of inspiration. ♥
We sail through life smoothly
until a wave knocks us down
with no means for escaping
no turning around or backing away
We’re still caught in the aftermath
of that dismal day
The best move is to dive in head first
We may get hurt
where our emotions could run so wild
that our souls would be fully drained
from the collision of shock,
new found pain
Where tears could fall so long and hard
that face muscles would begin to dance
and our happiness would be scarred
Our only choice then,
is to move forward
We must learn to deal
the hand we’re dealt
and consent to acceptance
With weeping more infrequent
and the embracing of strength
Our eyes will open to the light and follow
allowing Hope and Faith
to enter our hearts once again
© LScott 2013
Dedicated to my family
with all my heart. ♥
Dear Sisters and Brothers,
It’s been three months since I’ve blogged
and I’ve missed you all!
This acrostic poem is from last year,
but the meaning is just as sincere.
Some of you know why I’ve been absent and for now,
things are stable, but I’m still unsure about returning
to blogland. However, I couldn’t let this year end
without sending my sincere holiday wishes.
So, I wish for you Love, Peace, Hope and Miracles
this Christmas season and not only in the New Year to come,
but for forever~
Hugs and Blessings,
Lauren
May this holiday find you smiling
Enjoying priceless times with loved ones
Rejoicing in the birth of our Dear Savior
Realizing your blessings and finding peace
Yearning for the Holy birthday of the year
Caring for others who need their spirits lifted
Hosting family and friends in cozy gatherings
Remembering, a small act of kindness is a big gift
Imagining the festive spirit throughout the New Year
Seeing the delight and wonder through a child’s eyes
Taking time and letting God’s loving light shine through you
Making magical moments that will turn into precious memories
Allowing yourself tranquility in the midst of the seasonal chaos
Silently saying a prayer for those who are in need of God’s healing grace
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
© LScott 2011
Hope for our futures
lies in their hearts and spirits
through bubble gum and
hopscotch, pig tails and scraped knees –
our job to love and nurture
© LScott 2012
Photo: My son and daughter
14 years ago
It’s finally time to SHOUT
“Enough is Enough”
To dust off shields of armor
and flip the switch to “tough”
With every step in each new day
it’s too easy to fret and worry
Wasting a God given moment
instead of cheering in His glory
Toss those words and thoughts
that surely weigh us down
A lighter load will bring us smiles
and erase those dreadful frowns
So, arm in arm, let’s move forward
for strength in perseverance
Do not relent to downward slips
Ignore the interference!
© LScott 2012
Photo: Google images
© LScott 2012
Photo credit: Google.com
Our flag proudly flies
holding men and women in
its bold stars and stripes
Colors in the sky
Together, we “ooh” and “ahhh”
Independence Day
© LScott 2012
Photo Credit: Google.com
WISHING EVERYONE A FUN AND SAFE CELEBRATION! XOXO
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 