A little past dawn
Light invites itself
streaming through
the window
Feeling the stare
my eyes open
only to realize
night has bid farewell
Dreading
getting out of bed
and the biting cold
when toes touch the floor
I pull the covers over my head
Bodies warm and cozy
A duet, all snuggly
lying next to my hubby
Daybreak can wait
I’m not willing
to greet
the chilling
hour
just yet
© LScott 2012
Candle Lighter Award
I have been nominated, richly, again, by two wonderful women, Terri, http://terri0729.wordpress.com, and Deb, http://adamsart.wordpress.com. They have beautiful, inspirational blogs, so please pay them a visit, if you haven’t already. Thank you so much, to both of you, for thinking of me~
This award belongs to those who believe, who always Survive the day and those who never stop Dreaming, for those who cannot quit, for those who keep trying and if you’re in this catergory, you are Entitiled to this Award.
I nominate the following bloggers that fit this profile. A few of them, I’ve visited for awhile and a few, I’m still getting to know. I do believe you’ll enjoy their blogs as much as I have:
http://memorybearsbybonnie.wordpress.com
http://happinessnest.wordpress.com/about
http://throughhimwithhiminhim.wordpress.com
http://elleteaemm.wordpress.com
http://angelslightworldwide.com
http://accesstothealtar.wordpress.com
Thanks again, for this humbling nomination, for which I’m extremely grateful for~
Blessings, Lauren
I have been nominated for the VERSATILE BLOGGER AWARD, again, by myemilyrose.wordpress.com & alizaswindow.wordpress.com.
As I’m always stunned and humbled, I graciously accept this nomination by these two wonderful bloggers! Please take the time to visit them, if you haven’t already! Thank you so much to both of you!
The rules are as follows:
Seven things about myself;
1. I am truly a romantic (this may not come as a surprise to you all)
2. I enjoy reading romance, suspense, mystery and poetry, but I need to work on time management!
3. In my late teens, when I thought I’d become a professional singer, Barbra Streisand was and will always be my vocal idol and favorite female vocalist.
4. I strive to do kind things for people, even if it’s so small, like giving a hug or smile.
5. Organizational skills are a strength of mine.
6. I love winter and the coziness it brings; fireplaces aglow, candlelight and Scentsy warmers permeating the room. (Scentsy warmers are fragrant candle wax warmers)
7. I believe in forever love. (another surprise?)
Now, it’s time for my nominations and this is the hard part, simply because it’s so difficult to choose. However, these bloggers all have wonderful stories to tell through their writing and photography. Some of them, I’ve known for awhile and some, I’m still getting to know! Either way, their talents have touched me and made my life richer! I encourage you to visit them and be enlightened! Also, if this nomination is a repeat, please do forgive me!
Nominations are, in no specific order:
1. http://darkarsean.wordpress.com
2. http://thepoeticgoblin.wordpress.com/
3. http://thebeautifuls.wordpress.com/about/
4. http://stronghearted1.wordpress.com/
5. http://365days2bpublished.com/
6. http://celestealluvial.wordpress.com/
7. http://slavenphotography.wordpress.com/
8. http://regularteenageworld.wordpress.com/
9. http://azphoenix.wordpress.com/
10. http://timcoffeyart.wordpress.com/
11. http://jenchay.wordpress.com/
12. http://keltrustsnoone.wordpress.com/about-me/
13. http://heyartist.wordpress.com/
14. http://dehypnotize.wordpress.com/
15. http://catsnco.wordpress.com/
Congratulations to all of the nominees and may they continue to bless us with their amazing talents!
Lauren 🙂
Hello Fellow Blogging Friends,
I have been nominated again for this lovely award, for which I am truly grateful for and I have the wonderful blogger, Tim, http://thecreativejuicer.com, to thank! If you haven’t already visited his blog, please do so! You’ll find movie reviews, songs, poems, short stories and more! He is truly a talented young man and well deserving of this Kreativ Blogger Award!
The Kreativ Blogger Award!!!
After receiving multiple nominations, it’s truly humbling to know that people hold my writing in such high regard. I simply write my thoughts, express my feelings, with not a pinch of expert training in my bio and the support and encouragement I have received has been such a tremendous blessing that words cannot even begin to describe my gratitude.
So thank you, again, Tim, for this amazing gift, and congratulations for earning it yourself. 🙂
Now, on to the rules for this award…
Apparently I have to share 10 things about myself, and then pass this award on to 6 other bloggers, so here it goes!
First, I would like to nominate these 6 bloggers:
1. Pam: http://swansongsandprose.wordpress.com/
2. Lesley: http://lesleycarter.wordpress.com
3. Orel – http://backcountrytranquility.wordpress.com
4. Charlie & Tom: http://photobotos.com
5. Aliker:http://happinessnest.wordpress.com
6. Corey: http://clownponders.wordpress.com
These six people are some of the finest bloggers I have “met”; they each have their own unique writing styles and talents to share. In addition to writing poetry, you’ll find amazing photography and much needed inspiration for our everyday lives. I’ve enjoyed visiting their blogs and I look forward to visiting them more in this new year! So, if you haven’t already stopped by their sites, please do so; you won’t be disappointed!
The difficult task of these awards is limiting the number of bloggers to nominate. There are so many more that should be on this list, so please don’t feel bad if you’re not included! You’re all my favorites! xx
And now news about me:
1. I love adding smiley faces to my emails, messages, notes, etc.! 🙂
2. I love fresh flowers and usually, have a bouquet in our house all the time.
3. I’m not crazy about driving at night anymore, but I do it out of necessity.
4. If I ever had the nerve, I’d try skydiving. 🙂
5. I dream of living on a ranch, somewhere in the beautiful country, with many animals, especially, happy-go-lucky dogs, roaming the property.
6. I’m not afraid of acting goofy! 🙂
7. I’m the youngest of 3 daughters; they’re 19 mos. apart and I’m 10 years younger!
8. I’m a Disney fanatic and used to live right around the corner from Disneyland, when I was younger. I miss it and of course, because it’s the Happiest Place On Earth! 🙂
9. I prefer the mountains/lakes to beaches/ocean, although, I love them both.
10. Singing was my passion in my teen years and I toured in Hawaii with a college vocal ensemble! Great memories!
Okay, this is it! I can’t think of anything else that would interest or entertain you all (not that these little facts will do that either)!
So, thanks again, Tim, for nominating me; you know I greatly appreciate it! 🙂
I hope you all enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Hugs and Blessings!
Lauren
Overcoming our fears that attempt to control us, if we permit them
Navigating our well-planned itineraries and giving ourselves encouragement
Examining our individual expectations, to evade unnecessary pressure
Staying focused and not allowing our visions to become clouded
Turning our negativity into optimism; energizing our minds
Embracing what we “can do” instead of dwelling on what we “can’t”
Praying for God’s Grace and continual Guidance throughout our journeys
Combining our dreams with reality and stretching our thought abilities
Leaving our failed attempts buried in the forgiving past
Opening our eyes to new, plausible and stimulating opportunities
Supporting ourselves to avoid preventable disappointments
Edging towards our much anticipated, thrilling finish lines
Remembering to view the cup half full; half empty will only deter us~
Copyright 2012
This isn’t to inspire only for the New Year,
but, for “forever.”
Blessings to you all~
Painting in the sky
Brush strokes of bold tiger stripes
Sunset masterpiece
Copyright 2012
You don’t listen anymore
You don’t offer your heart
You don’t smile
when I walk through the door
We’re together, yet, so far apart
You don’t bring flowers
at the end of the day
You look right through me
when I have words to say
You don’t kiss me
hello or good-bye
My head is spinning with questions
I ask myself, “why?”
Where have you gone
What have I done
What happened to us
I ask you because
I still love you
© LScott 2012
Author’s note: Fiction
Still just a baby
Sometimes loud and outspoken
Loves outdoor squirt baths
Copyright 2012
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 