Days of Youth


In the days of youth when hearts 
were bold, on tender feet, we danced 
with joy unbound.
Brimming with hopes and dreams, 
we saw the world as a beautifully 
exciting playground.
With our eyes, we captured the skies, 
chased the sun, raced the winds and 
enjoyed walks in the morning air.
Oh, and how we laughed chasing 
butterflies and rainbows amidst fields 
of green without a worry or a care.

There were days when we built sand 
castles and played on the beach 
while our fathers fished from Sunrise 
to Sunset.
I remember how we argued about 
whose father would catch the most 
fish, and secretly, with our pocket-
money, we would place a bet.
We climbed fearlessly high up into the
Mango and Tamarind trees.
Daring each other to go higher and 
higher, searching out bird nests and 
sometimes getting stung by bees.

Each day was an adventure and a 
new tale.
Our imagination drifted into 
daydreams, fuelling our minds with 
incredible thoughts that lingered long 
after.
In our diaries, we noted special 
moments in detail.
Oh, our days of youth were full 
of joyful escapades, giggles, tears
and laughter.

As the years passed, we grew older, 
but the treasured memories of 
our carefree days of youth kept their 
shine and glitter.
The days of youth were not always 
sugar and spice, but the sweet 
outnumbered the bitter.
The spark of our childhood past will 
stay forever ablaze.
And the days of our youth will 
always remain embedded in our 
hearts, never to be erased.


by Zyrool
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Poteet Avatar
July 3, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Memory, such a brilliant feature of the human mind and indeed of animals too. It is how we learn and how we yearn for the days past and experiences remembered especially those with pleasure. I thank the Good Lord for the making of mankind as we are. A fine piece, Zyrooi, I enjoyed it.
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July 3, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Hi Zyrool, Such a heartfelt reflection on the innocence and wonder of youth—your words truly bring those carefree days back to life. Beautifully written!
Gifford Avatar
July 3, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Thank you so much for your lovely words, Rowena. Much appreciated. In today’s climate I often visit my days of youth. Have a great day and fabulous weekend, my friend.
Baker Avatar
April 11, 2024 at 4:31 PM
Excellent poem on the joy of childhood and the lasting memories, Zyrool. It brought back many similar memories, my friend. Have a great week! Your poet friend in Texas, Bill
Gifford Avatar
April 12, 2024 at 1:42 AM
Hi Bill, thank you for reading and your feedback. I like drifting back to those days of foolishness… Sending prayers and Blessings your way, my Texas friend. Have a wonderful weekend.
Bowring Avatar
April 6, 2024 at 12:16 PM
This is such a delightful read Zyrool. Loved learning about your past youthful days. There were so many glorious days. Such a well written poem with wonderful descriptive imagery. ‘ Butterflies and rainbows amidst fields’ ‘ Mango and Tamarind trees’. I especially loved the last stanza as your memories remain with you forever. So enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing.
Gifford Avatar
April 6, 2024 at 12:33 PM
Thank you for your kind words,Christina. I am happy that you enjoyed reading it. It’s a time I go back to when life gets chaotic. Wishing you a peaceful weekend my friend.
Wolf Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 9:03 PM
Gee, this is nice, Zyrool. Opens up an old codger like me to remember my youth... If this is autobiographical, I'm a tad jealous --- but mostly just happy for you! Such wondrous moments to relive and relive again and again. Celebration and Joy, Gershon
Gifford Avatar
April 5, 2024 at 5:59 AM
Thank you my friend for reading, and yes it was about some of the antics I got up to, I always go back to those times to remind myself of happier carefree days. Have a wonderful day and a great weekend Gershon.
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April 4, 2024 at 12:12 PM
Beautiful and profound poem!
Gifford Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 2:25 PM
Thank you Gregory for such a beautiful comment. You sure made my day. Sending you the Lord’s Blessings to enrich your day.
Brotherton Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 6:29 PM
Well said, my friend. I often bask in the memories of those carefree days of my youth.
Gifford Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 6:56 PM
Thank you for reading and your comment Jerry, my friend. I find those memories a comfort. Have a wonderful week.
Greenhough Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Very many children enjoy this idyllic childhood. Good mothers and good Mother Nature are a wonderful combination. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story.
Gifford Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 7:00 PM
Hi Hilda, Glad you liked it my friend and thank you for your support. Have a great week.
One Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 8:20 AM
Your poem poem is a heartfelt ode to the joys and sorrows of youth, celebrating the innocence, resilience, and boundless imagination of childhood. It reminds us to treasure the memories of our youth, as they shape who we are and serve as a reminder of the beauty and magic of life's simplest pleasures.
Gifford Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 8:41 AM
Thank you so much, my friend for your beautiful words. Much appreciated. I find myself always going back to those carefree days of blissful innocence. No complications.
Ridley Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 6:55 AM
Great piece it really captures those days of youth when things were a lot more simple and fun loving.
Gifford Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 8:46 AM
Thank you for your feedback, Jasen it means a lot. You’re so right . I consider myself lucky to have had the privilege of indulging in those antics. Have a great day and wonderful week ahead.
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