It’s written in the sand, Poems by John Hansen.

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   ChitrangadaSharanposted 2 years ago

   Please take some time to read John’s excellent response to the word prompt, Sand.
   https://hubpages.com/literature/Shiftin … Collection
   Hello John!
   I liked all your four poems. You have composed excellent poems, related to beach sand, and desert sand. I liked the desert poem, ‘Shifting sand’ very much.
   Good to mention the sand art, through your well crafted poem. I always admire the sand artists.
   Beautiful quotes and pictures to compliment your creativity.
   Thank you for sharing.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      John
      I'm happy to hear these word prompts help inspire you.
      
      Your muse was on quite a roll this week with these ones.  They are all terrific!!
      
      In your poem, "Shifting Sand" you tell us quite a vivid story of a man who is left alone walking through the desert &
      eventually it claims his life.
      
      "Why God Created Beaches" shows us how we often enjoy the sand, as it poses the question why did God create beaches.
      
      I'd like to think it was for a playground for his people...but maybe it was to hold the land together so we wouldn't fall into the ocean.
      
      Great pics with this one.
      
      "Sand Sculptures" shows us how the tide comes in and washes those magnificent sandcastles away.
      
      We must enjoy the artists creations before it's too late.
      
      It amazes me how sandcastles are so beautiful and delicate.
      They spend so much time creating these masterpieces and then they dissapear like gifts to the sea.
      
      "Slow Down the Sands of Time" is a cute poem showing how we all want to slow time down, to no avail.
      But if we find a way to stop it, you want us to let you know.
      
      This one reminded me of the Ponce De Leon's fountain of youth located in Florida. 
      They actually sell these miniature jugs of water that is supposed to bring back our youth.
      
      I'd never heard that song before...sand & water.  I liked it.
      
      Great writing, pics, video & quotes.
        I'll post a link in the word prompt article.

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   Jodahposted 2 years ago

   Thank you, Chitrangada. I greatly appreciate you sharing the link.

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      surovi99posted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Wonderful poetry from various viewpoints, John. Innovative too. Loved them all. Thank you for making my afternoon brighter and making me sing with delight.
      
      Thank you, Chitrangada, for sharing John's splendid work.

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         Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Wow, Rosina. Great to know that these poems made you sing with delight. I am glad you enjoyed the diversity they offered on the theme.

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   Misbah786posted 2 years ago

   What a delightful read. Beautiful collection of poems, John. Loved them all. This is such a beautiful response to Brenda’s word prompt, ‘ Sand’. Truly Exquisite! It is so difficult to choose which one is best. They are all so beautiful. I love your creativity. I also enjoyed the quotes and video you shared.
   Thank you so much for sharing.
   
   Chitra di, thank you so much for sharing the link to John’s hub
   
   Wishing you both a Happy Monday and a blessed week ahead!
   
   Blessings always!

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      What a delightful comment, Misbah. I wouldn't ask you to choose which one you enjoyed most. I am happy that you liked the quotes and video also. Have an amazing week.

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   Pamela99posted 2 years ago

   This is a great group of poems John, and wonderful response to Brenda's prompt. Each poem is uniquely different and a pleasure to read. I like your great pictures also.
   
   Thanks for posting John'`s article Chitrangada.

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Hello, Pamela. your kind comment is greatly appreciated. I am glad you found each poem unique. Thank you.

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   Peggy Wposted 2 years ago

   Thanks Chitrangada for sharing John's poems about sand.  From perishing in a desert to playing on a beach, making sandcastles, and marking the passage of time, they were all pieces of his fertile mind and a delight to read.

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Your words are too kind Peggy, but I do appreciate them. I am pleased that you liked the variety I managed to come up with here. Enjoy your week.

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   Jodahposted 2 years ago

   Brenda, it seems my muse is overactive this week..barely letting me sleep I do prefer when she is productive to not though.
   Ponce De Leon’s fountain of youth sounds interesting.
   Perhaps you should write a poem about it.
   Thank you for reading and analysing as always. Oh and glad you enjoyed the Sand and Water song too.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      John,
      When I visited Ponce Del Leon's fountain of youth, I was probably younger than 6 yrs old.
      
      But the sign on the freeway is still there today, so it still exists.

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