Sandcastles

Cassie58

some days i long  to take 

a bucket and spade to

Bembridge beach to build 

castles with my brother 

in dampened sand 

 

magnificent with turrets 

crenellated walls, tall towers 

always with a drawbridge 

surrounded by a deep moat 

 

when the only company was 

an odd wasp or two competing 

for jam in our sandwiches 

or the sun’s rays freckling 

my fair skin , burning my 

exposed shoulders 

 

i didn’t mind the creep 

of the incoming tide as we watched 

it send fingers of foam 

ever nearer closer and closer 

tickling our toes 

 

 

until eventually our masterpieces 

of  medieval fantasy collapsed 

into a sunken mess 

under swirling salty water 

forever gone 

  • Author: Cassie58 (Offline Offline)
  • Published: June 1st, 2024 12:53
  • Comment from author about the poem: In loving memory of Stephen Wilson Laws Garrett, my younger brother
  • Category: Unclassified
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  • Teddy.15

    As soon as I started reading this it immediately reminded me of myself and my older brother who I lost when he was 25 this means so much to me, and my heart felt deep love to you dear Cassie, as he was younger than you. Such an amazing poem, a photographic memory written into words. Truly beautiful 💙

    • Cassie58

      Thank you Teddy for such a heartfelt response. So sorry to hear of your brother!s loss. Losing siblings can be devastating. This is an old poem. Ten years since my brother passed, but I was thinking about him yesterday and decided to share my memories. He is very much missed. I know you understand that. Have a beautiful Sunday 🌹

    • Doggerel Dave

      A fitting tribute to a brother you so obviously miss, Cassie. A perfect moment so easily relatable..
      We (Mum, Dad, Brother) did a yearly fortnight's holiday from 1945 to '55 at Sandown. Hole digging and sand castles were very much a part of those times. Wonder if the sand was the same colour.....

      • Cassie58

        Thank you Dave, so you are familiar with the Isle of Wight. I have visited Sandown too, and the colour of the sand can vary where you go. Alum Chine is especially known for that. This is an older poem, my brother passed some years ago, but he is often in my thoughts and is greatly missed. I appreciate your share. Have a great Sunday.

      • 2781

        Bitter sweet. Sorry for your loss x.

        • Cassie58

          Thank you so much. It’s an old poem but my brother is still greatly missed. I appreciate your kindness. Have a lovely day.

        • Goldfinch60

          Such wonderful times Cassie. Mary and I will be going to Bembridge at the end of this month so I will build a sandcastle for you and your brother.

          Andy

          • Cassie58

            Andy, you have just made my day. Thank you so much, and please let me know when you have done it. I am thrilled to bits. Have a wonderful day the pair of you.:)

          • Thomas W Case

            Tremendous tribute. Heartfelt. The imagery and use of the senses are stunning.

            • Cassie58

              Thank you Thomas, I am so pleased you appreciated this tribute to my brother, much loved and missed.

            • Thad Wilk

              A beautiful
              poem and dedication
              to your beloved
              brother, 🙏
              A really moving
              and touching
              memory of those
              childhood days..
              Great read,
              much enjoyed!
              Best wishes, 🍀 🌹 Thad

              • Cassie58

                Thank you so much for a lovely review. All the best.



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