Cruising country roads…

On April 6, 2025April 6, 2025 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Photos, Poetry106 Comments

We needed the getaway a couple of weeks ago, so I’m sharing some highlights. Luckily, our destination wasn’t too far, and driving the back country roads at this time of year was truly magical with the rolling green hills dotted with black and white dairy cows, not to mention, the umbrella of blue sky and downy clouds.

The town was small but charming with just the right amount
of excellent restaurants and quaint, quirky shops.

Saturday morning, we walked through the old growth redwood grove,
and as you can imagine,
it was another enchanting experience.

***“Preserve the trees, for they are the finest art.”***

Then we were ready for some wine tasting, and the winery we chose gave us the best experience so far – Char Vale Vineyards and Winery. We lucked out with the weather on Friday and Saturday because Ms. Rain held the raindrops until Sunday. Her thoughtfulness allowed us some outdoor exploring on the main two days without messy conditions. Our palates enjoyed the elegant, fruity, and velvety notes, and the delicious adventure lasted about 2 1/2 hours, gracing us with a bright blue sky and cool but comfortable temps. We also had a good chat with the owners, a husband and wife team, who have been in the business for decades.
Our knowledge about making wine expanded on this day, but don’t quiz me!

Lastly, we reflected a lot about our beloved Copper.

April 3rd marked one month since his passing,
and one of my photos just happened to prompt a poem.
It’s still in draft mode, but I’m sharing anyway…

March to March

Reminiscent of Elton’s circle of life,
from March to March
he arrived with youthful spirit
and left with angel wings –
our family for thirteen years,
now glowing memories
in the spaces
and around each corner.
We celebrate his life –
those soul-searching eyes
that connected to us –
we were links in a golden chain,
now one link is missing,
our golden boy –
tears still follow
like a shadow –
the shadow he was,
but smiles gently find their place
because he is in our hearts,
because joy needs room to simmer.

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Chardonnay

On July 9, 2023July 13, 2023 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry94 Comments

Do I need fifty dollar words,
candlelight and wine
to express what’s on my mind?
I’m not one to write
heartfelt emotions
in rhythm or rhyme,
no poet am I,
and fancy words can’t match
the hue in your eyes,
so I’ll be wise, take my cue
and simply whisper
“I Love You”

An oldie from my poetry collection, Finding a Balance,
Something soft for this Sunday. ❤️🥂

She Listens

On October 12, 2022October 13, 2022 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry, Writing52 Comments

He cares for his father whose body tires
of everyday functions, pain raging at cyclone
force from ninety-nine years of living a lifetime.
Our emotions undulate –
who wishes to watch a loved one suffer?

Another week of work comes to an end.
With glass of wine in hand, we exhale
on the patio. Then the sun says,
“Good night, my dear friends,” as he
gently descends, making room for the moon.

And when the moon appears, Oh, My!
She takes our breath away!
Bright and bold as if she senses
we could use light in our souls.

We open the gate and walk into the street
for an unobstructed view. Under the
illumination, a woman pauses with
her dog, a husky mix, with fur
white as an arctic fox, another rescue,
she tells us, and our hearts leap with joy.

The moon pays attention to us as the
patio welcomes again.
Most importantly, she listens.
And though the stars act a bit bashful,
they eavesdrop and we are fine that they do.

The moon and stars hear us,
just an ordinary couple enjoying
a Friday evening but with heavy hearts.
Their absolute attention, imagine this,
out of all eyes gazing at the brilliant sky –
we know the moon’s lustrous presence is
for us alone, and we are aware that the
panoply of stars will shimmer into view soon.

Then we rise from our seats and head into
the house, feeling relaxed from the wine’s
fluidity, and appreciative that our troubles
have been received.

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January

On January 17, 2021February 22, 2021 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry25 Comments

It’s probably climate change,
Debatable to some.
Digital digits
climb to seventy –
a perfect number
for July,
but not for January
where plump raindrops
should be soothing
the gardens.
Still…
The sun fades into an inky sky.
The moon enters on cue.

Listen…

Shh…

On the hilltop, lights wink
as if to say hello.
The grill hisses,
while Chardonnay sips
allowing muscles to loosen,
thoughts to calm –
Saturday night
contentment.

Chardonnay

On August 29, 2013August 29, 2013 By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry38 Comments

Do I need
fifty dollar words,
candlelight and wine
to express
what’s on my mind?
I’m not one
to write heartfelt
emotions in rhythm
or rhyme
No poet, am I
and no fancy words
can match the hue
in your eyes
so I’ll be wise and
take my cue
and simply whisper
“I Love You”