I used to love the excitement
the anticipation while standing in line
butterflies fluttering inside
energy from those around
speeding thrills of going up, up, up
then all the way down
Now my mind has changed
I’m not fond of this new ride I’m on
No ticket bought, just stumbled upon
Too chilling for my aching heart
Thrills turn to fear
Please let me off before I fall apart
© LScott 2013
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
She played in a world of Barbies
He formed magical lands of Legos
They created art with crayons
and they both loved reading their books
A sister and brother
who got along quite well
They were friends to each other
It was easy to tell
Still buddies in their teens and twenties
through laughter and tears
They’re a team and always will be
into the coming years
Their alliance has sustained
through the growing, awkward ages
They defend, protect and encourage
through the turning of the pages
All the love that they share,
It’s plain to know,
will never be broken
Our Dynamic Duo
© LScott 2012
I had to re-post for my son, too,
from 10.17.11~
I watch you
as you play
a simple toy
a swing or slide
a shovel in the sand
all big adventures
I take your hand
as we walk
a subtle breeze
blows your
light brown hair
not a summer day
but a warm day
in winter
Your smile is brighter
than sunshine
My days are bright
with Blue Eyes
© LScott 1997
This was written when my son was just a little guy.
The photo was scanned, so it’s not the best
and his blue eyes aren’t noticeable,
but he has them like his daddy!
(He’s 6’1″ and almost 17 now)
Thinking of Mother’s Day early,
I’m re-posting this from 11.12.11~
I am little, not tall at all
I can do more than crawl
I’m eager to touch all I see
I can almost pat your knee
I give you a hug and a kiss
I see you’re in pure bliss
I give you a warm smile
I can tell it’s worthwhile
I giggle (music to your ears)
I see you laugh and I see tears
I like when you call me “small fry”
I know I’m loved even when I cry
I’m irresistible to your heart
I’m like a tiny work of art
I make you melt when in your arms
I hold your love with all my charms
I’m cuddly like a teddy bear
I know nothing can compare
I know you love each other
I know your love made me
I’m just thankful we’re together
I’m happy you’re my family
This photo is of my daughter, taken 18 years ago~
© LScott 2011
Always looking in the mirror
Dreaming of a beautiful face
Only seeing a sad expression
Living on the edge
Eagerly trying to fit in
Sacrificing true self
Circulating through the school scene
Ebbing emotionally
Not for long though
Control encompasses the soul
Easing into self assurance
Copyright 2011
Remembering when
their innocence held our hearts
giggles, hugs…always
A Haiku by LScott
Copyright 2011
For those children unable to
live in a loving environment.
May they find a reason to smile~
If only she could dream
Of rainbows and butterflies
Of a friend who never lies
Of a mommy to braid her hair
Of a daddy to simply be there
Of a world not needing disguise
If only she wouldn’t dream
In her darkened corner, where she cries
Wondering the who’s, where’s, and why’s
If the ache will stay in her forever
The pain she endures is clever
Surrounding her dismal, shadowed eyes
Love is a stranger to her life
Allowing only distress and strife
No escape illuminates the dark
Caution is kept to erase the mark
Loneliness cuts her spirit like a knife
Yet, with folded hands, she looks to the skies
And prays for warmth in the sunrise
And wishes for rainbows and butterflies
Copyright 2011
We hand you these
But please be careful
Crazy drivers out there
And we care about you
Use the signal to turn
Our concern is immense
Lane changing may be obscure
Be secure in your senses
When in reverse, check your mirror
Don’t let fear cloud your vision
In rainy weather, slow down
Clowning around isn’t clever
Safety is vital
in this new endeavor
The car is yours tonight
Lauren Scott © 2011
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
