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She Collected Sea Shells, I Collected Sand - Repost

She collected sea shells, I collected sand She collected sea shells, I collected sand She searched for the perfect one I reached down my hand I carried a bucket A basket she did whirl Mine was filled with tiny grains Hers with mother of pearl She came out each morning Me, just late at night She adored the sunrise I loved the moon light Then one day it happened My alarm clock didn’t ring I woke to a rising sun It was the weirdest thing I ran down to the shoreline My bucket in my hand It’s then I saw her gorgeous face While I collected sand I found a perfect seashell And watched her eyes grow wide She held out her basket I placed the shell inside Then she reached down before me And gathered in her hand I held out my bucket She filled it up with sand And now each day and evening We walk along the shore She told me that she loves me And her I do adore So if you see us out there Strolling hand in hand Know...she’s collecting sea shells And I’m collecting sand This is one I posted when I first arrived here, I thought I'd share it again. :)

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Pat Adams

Date: 10/24/2019 3:09:00 PM

Well, I didn't read all the comments. I'm sure no stone was left unturned. The message I got was sometimes when we are different, we make a perfect mesh. Another FAV for me, very well done!.....pat

Chris Green
Date: 10/24/2019 3:34:00 PM

Thanks so much Pat. I really appreciate it. This is one of my favorite poems. I had so much fun writing this and you are correct my friend. You pegged it.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 6/24/2018 2:18:00 PM

I remember this beauty.I'm so glad I stopped by ..and read your lovely verses.

Chris Green
Date: 6/24/2018 5:00:00 PM

Thank you so much my sweet friend. I am so happy you stopped by this one as it is one of my favorites. It brings back memories of times smiles were frequent and abundant. I long for those days agsin. Your comment helps bring back a few of those smiles. Thank you.

Dorian Petersen Potter

Date: 12/24/2017 4:00:00 AM

Hi Chris!:))Very beautifully written romantic, sweet, enchanting love poem Chris:)Beautiful imagery!Just awesome!:))I enjoyed it!A fav!I really hope n' pray that all is well with you my dear friend Chris. And I came to wish you also a Very Merry and Blessed Christmas n' Happy New Year to you and your family, filled with lots of love, joy, hope, health, happiness and peace!The best to you always n take good care!:)Wishing you a very lovely weekend!In his light God bless you always!:)) D

Brenda Mcgrath

Date: 8/30/2017 5:45:00 PM

Just so lovely!

Debbie Duncan

Date: 7/4/2017 4:53:00 PM

I love it. I used to collect shells myself :)

Chris Green
Date: 7/5/2017 8:37:00 AM

Thanks so very much Debbie. I am happy you liked this one, it is one of my favorites.

Judy Valko

Date: 7/2/2017 12:03:00 PM

Your melodic poem is filled with such beautiful imagery and perfect rhyme. It is now one of my favorites. Thank you for posting it.

Chris Green
Date: 7/3/2017 8:54:00 AM

Thank you so very much Judy, that is such a nice thing to say and thank you for the fave. :)

Just Jane

Date: 6/14/2017 5:02:00 AM

What an amazing picture you have painted! I love your style and rhyming pattern, was a really great read!

Chris Green
Date: 6/14/2017 8:48:00 AM

Thank you so very much for your kindness. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one.

Lisa Ricci

Date: 6/7/2017 8:42:00 AM

Hi Chris. I'm on the run and will be back later to catch up however I meant what I said. This is beautiful poetry in every way. I'm glad you brought it up front -- s m i l e --

Chris Green
Date: 6/7/2017 8:46:00 AM

Thank you again my friend. :)

Lisa Ricci

Date: 6/7/2017 3:44:00 AM

And the winner is.... Good Morning Chris. Expression such as this could never be a repost. It is expression that is brought back front and center. Allow me to say this is beautiful in every way. The moment in time the theme the words the everything yes the everything. May you have many more expressions within you to bring them life. Have a wonderful morning and day. Excellent work completely and entirely. -- g o r g e o u s --

Chris Green
Date: 6/7/2017 8:19:00 AM

Thank you so very much my dear friend. I am so happy you liked this one as it is one of my personal favorites. I an smiling now because of your kindness and wonderful comment. You always seem to do that to me. :) Thank you again Lisa.

Lenna Walker

Date: 6/6/2017 2:52:00 PM

I enjoyed this read Chris :) Glad you re-posted as I have not seen it before :)

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 2:57:00 PM

Thanks so very much Lenna. It is kind of simple but it is one of my favorite poems. It just feels fun to me. :)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 6/6/2017 9:52:00 AM

Cool and absolutely lovely poem, Chris, glad you reposted this, as I have not read this before:)

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 10:06:00 AM

Thank you Jo. I am happy you enjoyed it and now very happy I reposted it. :)

Alexis Y.

Date: 6/6/2017 3:38:00 AM

Hi Chris, I'm so glad you posted this again. I enjoyed it from the beginning until the end.It had a nice rhythm and flow. Good content and rhymes. It so delightful and romantic.Excellent job:-) Alexis

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:12:00 AM

Thank you so very much Alexis for your nice comments that always leave me smiling. :)

Maria Williams

Date: 6/6/2017 3:30:00 AM

I am really glad that you decided to repost this too. I absolutely loved it, and I am a firm believer in opposites attract.What a lovely contrast.....Maria

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:12:00 AM

Thank you my friend, so very much. I am thrilled you liked my little poetic stroll on the beach.

Darren White

Date: 6/6/2017 1:19:00 AM

Hah! I loved that one, and still do :) It's so gentle, warm and full of love.... Only thing is: I feel for you. A bucket full of sand is far heavier than one filled with see shells ;) I fave the poem again :)

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:11:00 AM

Thanks again my friend. I am happy you enjoyed this one once again.

Akkina Downing

Date: 6/5/2017 8:53:00 PM

Well like everyone else, I too am glad to read this wonderful, enchanting piece. You sure always made us float away on nonexisted clouds :) dazzling my friend ... hugs :)

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:11:00 AM

Thanks so much Kina. I am happy you liked this one.

Sara Ella

Date: 6/5/2017 7:26:00 PM

Hello Chris :) Thank you for reposting this fun, romantic poem. <3 This one made me smile and read again!

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:10:00 AM

Thank you Sara for always being so kind to me.

Anne-Marie Coreggia

Date: 6/5/2017 6:47:00 PM

I am so glad you decided to repost this is absolutely delightful poem/song Chris:) Amitiés

Chris Green
Date: 6/6/2017 8:10:00 AM

Thank you so much my friend.

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/5/2017 5:01:00 PM

Oh, the poem I mentioned is a short poem titled Rocks on page 3 at my page :)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/5/2017 3:30:00 PM

I just love poems that show the contrast between lovers and how opposites attract. This is a splendid example. I love it Chris! I am so happy you shared this again because it is new for me. A Fave! ; )

Chris Green
Date: 6/5/2017 3:39:00 PM

Thank you so very much Connie. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one and I am happy it is new to you. (It's new to many, I wasn't read a lot in my early days here.) :) Thanks again my friend.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 6/5/2017 3:18:00 PM

Very nicely done, Chris. The rhyming was impeccable, and the poem laced w/innocent charm. Ty for the repost, it's good to reach in your bag of poetry and pull out a golden oldie. Sweet poem, my friend. Love always.

Chris Green
Date: 6/5/2017 3:37:00 PM

Thanks so much Freddie. I have a bunch from the early days not many read, but I really liked this one, it was fun to write so I thought I'd share it again. I appreciate your kind thoughts my friend

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/5/2017 3:10:00 PM

Thanks for sharing this one again, Chris. It is so special. I think I have one at my page about collecting rocks at the beach in Maine. I can really relate to this poem you wrote. :)

Chris Green
Date: 6/5/2017 3:36:00 PM

Thank you Heidi. I checked and not many people read it when I first posted it, I was an unknown here, so I thought I'd share it again. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one. I'd love to read yours