Footprints Left in Sand or Snow

Far deeper set than those in sand

which mark a path across a bay,

our dearest will not wash away.

As imprints left in dampened grains

soon fade when fickle tide returns

or when the wind sweeps them astray.

On borrowed time, they can not last.

Compare them to the winter snow

which melts when warmth demands it so.

Yet footprints cast within our hearts

cemented smooth with love and pain,

they are the ones that will remain.

You'll see them in another's smile

or in the tears they gently weep.

Who says we go without a trace,

we stay for those whose love runs deep.

Reviews

[Ardra]

So true Chirs... those prints on the heart.... as we keep moving on....they remain ...and reminds us of the tales of smiles and tears....and reminds us to keep making beautiful memories as life is short....to count the smiles ... loved your sweet poem...

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Ardra thank you for your kind words and your visit. All good wishes

Chris

[Neville]

.. my initial impression is likely to last for a very long time indeed ... well in anything really ..
Neville 🦢🦢🐧

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Neville and for leaving your imprint here. Have a glorious day my friend.

Chris

[W. Barrett Munn]

I like your basic idea of using footprints as a substitution for lives. I got a little lost along the way though. Might it be a better choice to narrow the focus to simply footprints on the beach and how they are washed sway by tides?

Winston

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Winston, always pleased for your suggestions. This one I will leave just as it is. All the best.

Chris

[Lisasview]

Those imprints are our memories and many are cherished...
Another heart felt poem from you dear Chris!!
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lisa. An older poem out for an airing. Pleased you stopped by. Have a good evening.

Chris

[Lisasview]

Yes, we will again going soon watch a movie... Th weeder guy is here and that feels good...
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Enjoy your evening.

[Soyam]

This captures the lasting impact of our presence in others' lives. Through the imagery of footprints in sand and snow, it beautifully conveys the enduring impressions we make on hearts and souls. The lines flow smoothly, evoking a sense of connection and immortality. It is a touching reflection on the power of love and the lasting legacy we leave behind.

Thanks for the poem ma'am. Really a nice one.

Keep penning.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Soyam for your appreciation of this write. Pleased you enjoyed your visit. All the best.

Chris

[Zoe Richardson]

I think you captured what it means to live on, even when the visible traces of our life fade. Nothing truly fades and what we do resonates. I always enjoy your unique insights and the way you express them!

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Zoe, thank you. My responses are a bit late at the mo, due to the loss of my mum earlier this month. Best wishes and take care.

Chris

[Zoe Richardson]

My deepest, deepest sympathies for your loss. If you need anything, do not hesitate to reach out!

[JE Falcon]

This poem was a treat to read, smooth, lovely, endearing, and the last lines, rhyme, was exactly what this needed.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Falcon. Please forgive the lateness of my responses, trying to come to terms with the death of my mum earlier this month. Take care and all the best.

Chris

[JE Falcon]

Sorrow time, --- may the good remembrances fill your thoughts during these days, and always.

[Patricia]

This is very touching and a lovely write, of course it is, I wouldn’t expect anything less from your talented pen.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Patricia always, for your kindness and support at a difficult time.

Chris

[Patricia]

My honor dear Chris

[Carmine Branco]

So beautiful and full of conforting hope. Deeply spiritual and food for thought. Almost as if death has lost its pungent. Thank you for sharing.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your beautiful review, so much appreciated Carmine Branco. All good wishes.
read moreThank you for your beautiful review, so much appreciated Carmine Branco. All good wishes.

Chris

[Soren]

A wonderful theme and such a great metaphor. Well worded and written, it read so smooth and effortlessly the meaning was delivered. I loved it.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your lovely review, so much appreciated.

Chris

[Fabian G. Franklin]

The tide washes sand and the sun melts snow but memories of love remain. Lovely verse. I enjoyed.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Fabian. I am behind with my thanks and responses due to the loss of my mum earlier this month. All good wishes to you.

Chris

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I am so sorry for your loss. I know the pain of losing a mother and the grief is enduring. I lost my mother in 2011. Bless.