Every day should be…

On November 14, 2024 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry13 Comments

World Kindness Day!

Okay, so I’m one day late. But don’t you agree that every day should be a day for kindness?
Nowadays, kindness is needed more than ever, so spread some today and tomorrow and the day after…

Pay someone a complement. Their story isn’t known – it could be one of sorrow where one simple friendly gesture could bring a smile, and we know how smiles make us feel. 😁

Let’s stick together! Be kind! Be respectful! Be human!

Things I Know, Believe, and Imagine

I know hearts can shatter if beaten down,
and souls can be crushed if pounded,
and those judging others
appear to be close-minded.
I believe people should live
the life they were intended.

I believe differences afford knowledge.
Why is violence the chosen solution
for those who loathe a culture or religion?

I imagine everyone opening their
hearts and minds…
Can you envision this landscape,
like spring blooming every day,
budding across borders and state lines?
A glorious bridge connecting us all…
if only.

I know the ideals of respecting
and accepting will stay models
to be repeated until the narratives
mend, and I hope they do,
because no one deserves to exist
beneath a cloud of pretense.
I believe all people should
have the freedom to live
within the arms of truth.

I can imagine how invisible scars
create hell for the heart.

I believe Love should remain
the center of all humankind,
but since hate continues to linger
on the streets,
here’s a question to ponder…
what should we do differently?

© Lauren Scott
From Ever So Gently

***What better flower to bring smiles!***

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Sending virtual hugs, Lauren ❤️🤗

© Lauren Scott, BaydreamerWrites.com – All rights reserved.
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One Decision that is Yours Alone

On November 11, 2024November 10, 2024 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry, Recordings77 Comments

I see the tears rolling, slowly,
but with purpose.
Will you let me dry them?
Your invisible scars are as visible
as words of anguish in your eyes.
But there is no room for shame
even though time swiftly moves
while memories remain.

No, you don’t know me well,
and I can’t relate to the nightmare
that stole your self-worth,
and we haven’t exchanged
a friendly conversation over tea,
but you can trust me.
I only wish you kindness
in your unfair moments of nothingness.

Please don’t let your soul accept blame –
fingers point in one direction,
and the compass lies in the palm
of your hand, leaving blisters of terror
as evidence.
I’ll help you pick up the pieces
from your shattered heart.
I’m not afraid of a cut.
If you’ll let me be your glue,
I’ll fit them gently back together.

You wear the mask beautifully
because you are beautiful,
but isn’t it time to let it fall
to the earth like a raindrop?
To heal cracks on the inside
and approach life on the outside?

Allow your soul to sing
with melodies of celebration.
Allow your soul to dance in elation,
for you have walked through hell,
felt the burn beneath your feet,
but you have reached the other side
and welcomed the reassurance of light.

You have one decision that is yours alone.
No one will take it away…
so how do you want the world to see you?

Hugs, Lauren ❤️

Wynne & Vicki invite me to be a guest on their podcast: Sharing the Heart of the Matter

On November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry83 Comments

Happy Friday! I am thrilled to announce that I’m a guest on the wonderful and warm podcast Sharing the Heart of the Matter with Wynne and Vicki and it’s live today! These two wonderful women are a dynamic duo and made my experience chatting with them relaxing and fun. I was a bit nervous in the beginning, but soon, my nerves calmed and it was truly a delightful adventure! Another huge thanks to Vicki and Wynne! ❤️

The podcast is on two blogs: Surprised by Joy and The Heart of the Matter, so the links are below:

The Thread of Writing

Episode 92: Baydreamer – Author Lauren Scott

I hope you will take the time to watch and listen, and if you do, I hope you enjoy! And don’t forget to peruse around Wynne and Vicki’s sites for topics of conversation that will draw you in and resonate.

Have a wonderful and peaceful weekend wherever you may be and whatever you do!
Just know that I appreciate you!

Hugs, Lauren ❤️

Light the candles!

On November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry91 Comments

This week has been tough. Forward is the only direction, while staying hopeful and strong, persevering, and focusing on the good, the sweetness. So, even though I shared this poem last November, I thought it would be apropos for a second go around. If you’ve read it before, I hope you don’t mind a repeat.

November

A tall cedar pitches its pods
onto the smooth driveway,
footsteps crunch on fallen foliage

a broom sweeps, piles grow
for hoisting into the bin

but the tall cedar pitches again
oh, this lovely season!

the air turns crisp for layering,
wiping sweat away
from summer’s fever,
raindrops soothe flaccid petals

early evenings surrender
to nightfall,
but set out the candles!
Play Sinatra on vinyl
and sink into coziness…

Will you remember
this sweet November?

Thank you always for spending time here. Sending virtual hugs! ❤️

Just one sip of water please

On November 5, 2024November 7, 2024 By Baydreamer - Lauren ScottIn Poetry75 Comments

Have you ever wanted to swat away anticipation like
a mosquito buzzing around your head in the dead of night?

Don’t you loathe how it makes you feel?
Correction…how you allow yourself to react?
Reactions in any circumstance inform consequences.

You and I have a choice, but sometimes,
our own beloved minds and bodies conspire.

Courage is yanked out from under you like a rug.
Nerves in your body join forces, jumping out of control.

And when your mouth dries up? Words become stuck
as though they’ve plunged into quicksand, one by one –
any resolve begins to sink.
Your throat feels dry as dust. Just one sip of water please.

Maybe if you and I focus on staying calm, yes, staying calm,
keeping our heads level…

Maybe then, our thirst would be quenched.

© Lauren Scott

*Side note: A young, handsome paramedic once told me
years ago in the wee hours of the morning
that staying calm is key in any situation.
I’ll never forget his sage advice.

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