Beach of Dreams

Shadows and Light Poetry Contest

Beach of dreams, you bring beauty
to the shores, reminding me
of the one I love. It gives me

sparkles of joy, knowing how much he

cares. The sand is sending me
sand dollars as the waves roll
back and forth. Poetic rhythms
of our love have me singing
in harmony. He is quite
the catch; he's my perfect match.

The smiles from the rainbow
bring vibrant colors to life.
Most wonderfully, when the
days were far better than they are
today, I didn't worry
about my safety. Those were
favorable times. I could take
a walk outside with confidence.
I could trust my neighbors. They
were people to be valued.

A genuine smile lifts
my load, and my beautiful
Style is to be remembered.
Whatever comes my way does not
matter. Friendships bring back songs
of blended harmonies to life.
They can be restored when you have
grace, hope, forgiveness, prayer, and faith.
God is here to love you. He
removes your fears and your doubts.

Reacting with compassion, love,
sensitivity, sympathy,
and understanding, our endless
moods are energized. They will bring
laughter and bliss. Showing concern,
we deserve to be treated with
kind words and consideration.
Vibrant colors bring smiles
from the rainbow, bringing life back
in wonderful ways.

40 Lines

Written by Anna Marie Carlson
Preferred Author
Saturday, April 18, 2026