I built it all for you

I built a castle made of sand

I wanted her to see

Then waited for an hour then

another two or three

 

The sun it started setting when

I saw her walking by

I shouted, "Hey come look at this,"

She turned and asked me why

 

I said, "I built it all for you

and I am feeling proud,"

She said she hadn't got the time

and said it very loud

 

I stood there as she walked away,

my heart it broke in two

I thought I should just tear it down,

yes that's what I should do

 

When then a little girl appeared,

her smile plain as day

She said, "I like your castle sir,

a perfect place to play"

 

I took a moment for myself

and then another two

When I just smiled and said to her,

"I built it all for you"

 

The joy I saw upon her face

was wonderful to see

It's then I noticed deep inside,

the same joy came to me

 

So in the future when I build

a castle made of sand

I'll leave it open who it's for,

no matter what I planned

 

 

Hey, at least it made someone happy, 

can't ask for more than that. : )

Reviews

[AYVID N]

Dear Willweb,
Anything built with love is never wasted. In life, we suffer rejection and in our dejection we forget this world so vast and there are so many who are in need of love and compassion and who'll absolutely appreciate our labour of love. A beautifully written poem, so touching and with a message to keep forever.

[willweb]

Thank you my friend. I am happy you liked this one. Even broken plans can have a happy ending if you keep your eyes and mind open.

[AYVID N]

Yes. If we don't shut down our mind and heart to the universe. A wonderful thought.

[John the Baptist]

Well, you know what they say about the best laid plans of mice and men. Also, maybe that chick's blowing you off was best for you in the long run.

[willweb]

It probably was.
Thanks John.

[emmajoygreen]

This is reality: a meaning of words which need no thesaurus, the touch of their intentions - all wonderfully built phrases set for time, willweb,

Is said it takes one to build the walls, one to let the light shine upon their lining.

[willweb]

Thank you my friend for your always kind words about my poetry. I am happy you stopped by

[emmajoygreen]

You're welcome.

[Neville]

there are no two ways about it will, 'I Built it all For You' is bloomin delightful and more than just a little bit special ..

[willweb]

Wow, thank you so very much Neville. I am happy you enjoyed this one so much.

[FGFRANKLIN]

When we plant flowers we don't concern ourselves with who will see them. We might bring unexpected joy to anyone. I guess sandcastles can be the same. I enjoyed the read, Will.

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Sir.

[William Michael Reeves]

Your ability to tell a story is pretty amazing. With just a few verses I feel like I get a novel. A novel novel! And the twist of a web at the end, as usual. The extreme of the theme rides like a rollercoaster! Which is just off in the distance there at the beach. Is there actual experience that inspired this, or just pure imagination? Good poem willweb.

[willweb]

Hey there, thanks so very much my friend. Nope, just my every revolving or evolving and strange imagination just doesn't seem to stop. I appreciate it Michael.

[William Michael Reeves]

An overactive imagination, maybe writing clears your mind so new Ideas can move in. One of the other poets already calls me Michael. Cowboy calls me Williams, so that's taken. So is WMR and Mr Bill. You'll have to come up with another nickname for me. Use your imagination.

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

This is so sweet! Quite often, things don't turn out as we planned. In the end, however, all things work out for the best, as they should. Someone higher than us knows better than us. It makes me think of that song by Garth Brooks, "Unanswered Prayers." Well done.

[willweb]

Thank you Linda Marie. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one. There are always reasons to smile, it may not seem that way at first but if we wait a little while...you never know. Thank you again. I appreciate your kind words.