Existence

On March 9, 2014March 9, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry24 Comments

Oh, life, what is your plan for me?
Over the horizon is shadowy, dark
I cannot see that which you convey
through the torrential rain and strong
winds, thus, I hold fast to hope in the
sunshine when it smiles down on me
I close my eyes soaking in its warmth
but I will not throw stones when its
embrace loosens and I fall to the floor
Then I am broken, you know that, yet
even trying to stand on tiny shards of
pieces of me, I won’t stumble again
For you are a gift, indeed, though
you are not made only of daffodils
and daisies in a soft, plush meadow
nor do you each day delight in music
that makes our bodies move
Oh, life, you are a mystery beyond
any human’s ability to perceive

When it Pours – Haiku

On March 5, 2014March 5, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Haiku18 Comments

Photo: I wrote this haiku over the weekend, thinking of all the plant life. This photo from Google seemed to fit perfectly. :)it's falling in drovesand its rhythm, hypnoticI hear grateful sighsLauren Scott © 2014Photo: K Hawkins Photography

it’s falling in droves

and its rhythm, hypnotic

I hear grateful sighs

Lauren Scott © 2014
Photo: K Hawkins Photography

(California has been in a drought,
so when it finally rained, it was a blessing.)

Around the Bend

On March 3, 2014March 3, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry25 Comments

I live on the corner
of happy and content
but, sometimes my mind lingers
into the neighborhood of
melancholy

Living with joy
would be a better choice
yet, often, I find the door locked
and no matter how loudly I knock
it won’t budge

It takes courage to push
once in awhile,
make your presence known
that you are strong
and you belong

nurturing your roots
wherever they may grow

More than a Party

On February 27, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry28 Comments

Let’s hang the streamers
a rainbow of colors
then dress the tables
and add some flowers

Get the cake ready
for sweet, sweet frosting
and top it with candles
with everyone watching

What a day to remember
of wishes and laughter
yet many want the hands
of time to move faster

It’s the aging of souls
another turning of a page
focusing only on gray
they’d rather disengage

Each day, though, is but a gift
unlike “store bought” with dollars
Tomorrow makes no promise
for any of its followers

Let’s not take for granted
another chance to make a wish
Celebrate another year of life
and be happy we exist

Happy Birthday to my Hubby,
who is very grateful for another year
and his family is very grateful for him!
♥ ♥ ♥

Heartbeats

On February 24, 2014February 24, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry38 Comments

My heart beats with a joyful rhythm
thinking only of you in every spectrum

remembering my life before you sauntered in
is nothing but a speck of dust from back then

I wasn’t looking to fill a void of any kind
my world was content with no ties to bind

but now as my head lies on your shoulder
with you beside me, nothing could be better

and as your arm warms me in its caress
My heart whispers to you its thankfulness

Lauren Scott © 2014
♥

Photo: Google Images

The Other Side

On January 27, 2014January 31, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry43 Comments

A part of life enters in
without an invitation
It’s unfortunately deep,
overwhelmingly vast

Its color isn’t soothing
like the turquoise beauty
of tropical oceans
Instead, its texture
is rough
to the touch
Nontransparent,
but extremely murky
with complete obscurity

One would not find
wading pleasure
in this entity
for what lies beneath
could tangle one’s feet

but sometimes choice
isn’t an option
and your toes get sucked in
before realization pays you a visit
and you struggle beyond words
to keep your head above water
trying to protect what’s in your heart
what truly matters

I’ll be taking another blogging break for awhile,
so take care of yourselves.
Be safe, healthy and happy!
Sending hugs, love and many blessings,
Lauren ♥

Celebrating Silver! ♥ Woohoo!

On January 21, 2014January 2, 2015 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry66 Comments

FINAL PHOTO OF UNITY CANDLE

As we both remember the day we said our vows
many emotions were felt but we never had any doubts
We’ve seen dreams come true and felt the magic they brought
We’ve shared tears and sorrows when life wasn’t so bright
A quarter of a century, though, is a milestone to cherish
hand in hand we’ve walked and built our world on trust
from big events to simple pleasures enjoyed in ordinary days
we’ve only just begun as we stroll into new decades ♥

And this is “Our Song”
I still get goosebumps watching this awesome dance scene.
God Rest Patrick Swayze’s soul…

Happy 25th Anniversary to
My Husband,
My Best Friend,
My Partner in Life ♥
January 21, 1989

Trudge On! (Senryu)

On January 17, 2014 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Senryu30 Comments

SOMETIMES LIFE’S HURDLES

ARE MAGNIFIED THROUGH WORRIES –

CARRY ON AND TRUDGE!

This is an oldie, but I thought to share again for some Friday encouragement.
May your day and weekend be filled with lots of fun and smiles!
This is the first weekend since the new year that I’ve been healthy,
so I’m truly smiling. 🙂
Sending hugs and blessings to you all!
Lauren ♥