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

[Carolynn]

This is so true and beautifully expressed. Loved ones lost are never forgotten. They appear in silent moments, tv shows, conversations with friends... :)

[Chris Shaw]

They stay in spirit with us long after they have gone. Thank you Carolynn.

Chris

[silentwriter180]

Beautifully written, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much. Pleased you enjoyed my lines.

Chris

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

This is deeply haunting...carried across big water to my soul! Blessed be Christine...

[Chris Shaw]

If my words travel, then I am happy. If they touched your soul, happier still Queenie.

Chris

[Beccy]

Aside from the beautifully worded message of hope contained in this lovely and uplifting poem, the eight syllable count in each line is absolutely perfect and makes the whole poem flow so easily, especially, as I did, when it is read aloud.

Really, really liked this.

Beccy.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Beccy, especially for reading this poem out loud. I read all my stuff out loud myself before I post. I want to hear the word sounds and what my readers will hear.

Chris

[Brandon Taylor-Black]

Beautifully written piece. I loved the flow of it, and it's message of hope. Time moves on, some of us don't ... Thank you

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your visit Brandon. Your thoughts appreciated and welcome.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Wonderful use of words dear Chris. I agree with the ending. A beautiful poem written my friend.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

You always give such lovely uplifting reviews Coyote. Always a pleasure seeing you call on my page.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Always a pleasure to read your work and you are welcome Chris.

[Carola]

an agreeable subject with a delightful rhyme & rhythm. nicely worded!

[Chris Shaw]

Your visit and kind review are appreciated Carola. Thank you and pleased to meet you on my page. All good wishes.

Chrus

[Sneh]

Ah, dear Chris this reminds me of "those who are mine just stay only mine"....You captured 'footprints' of love and pain so beautifully..:)
Thankyou lady for this one!!☺

[Chris Shaw]

When it is lovely to see you in my page. Thank you so much for your words and visit. All good wishes.

Chris