Towel upon the sand
Sunshine from above
Shading my blue eyes with hands
Salty from the surf
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Sand between my toes
Shorts and Tee-shirt dressed
Irish skin freckled deeply
Summer’s breath undone
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Playing ball and making castles
Digging moats for salt water to fill
Running across the rippling dunes
And on towards the sea
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Raining in the morning
Windy by midday
Sunbathing in the evening sun
All seasons in one day
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Laughing with joy unleased
Smiles reflected in sparkling eyes
A time before worries, a time of joy
Young under Irish skies.
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Summer fun under iron skies
Sunshine and rain
Verdant hills on the horizon
Under Irish skies
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Growing up so long ago
So innocent with friends so close
In rain or shine, we laughed and played
Under Irish skies
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I always look back in wonder
With warmth in my heart
At my happy childhood
Under Irish skies.
About the Creator
Paul Douglas
I have always loved to write, especially poems and short stories. I also have an abiding love for technology and gaming. I love to share my outlook with others.
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