Barefoot Sand Love Poem - "Hands Held"

This short barefoot sand love poem describes those moments between two people in love when just a look or a gesture becomes all-knowing.

Sometimes that look between couples develops slowly over years of being together, and at other times it's there at the beginning of a relationship.

Either way, it's a special bond between two people.

Hands Held

Hands held
Day spent
Sand between toes
Salty hair
Walking together
Eyes meet
A million wordless moments
Forever we will share

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Take A Moment To Reflect

Beneath The Surface

I rarely set out to define exactly what a poem means.

You may see timeless romance here. Or the unspoken. Or feel the warmth of your partner's hand in yours. 

Whatever you find in it becomes part of the poem.

The Feeling Of This Poem

This poem carries silent understanding, warm sand, and the joy of togetherness that swells within like the rising tide.

It may resonate with those who see the ocean as a place of sanctuary and expansive emotion.

A Quiet Pause

If you'd like to linger a little longer:

• Which image stayed with you?
• How many wordless moments do you have in a day?
• When was the last time you held hands?
  
  
  

When You Might Return To This Poem

You might reach for this poem:

• when you look at each other and just know
• while walking on a beach
• as remembrance of a wonderful day spent together
  
  
  
  

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Carry The Salty Air With You

Some readers choose to carry this poem into their own story as a print, a vow, or a quiet reminder beside their bed. It's available from my Etsy Shop, and can be printed at home with this digital download (paid link) designed for both US letter 8.5"x11" and A4 sizes. Three couples to choose from. 

This poem and others are available in my poetry ebook "Hearts Beside The Sea" (paid link). Evoke the imagery of the beach and sea as you promise your love to each other! Create a memorable wedding ceremony by mixing and matching these 20 original verses, incorporating them into your own vows, or for use as nontraditional vows. Each poem is set upon a picturesque beach scene to inspire you!

Thanks for connecting with my poetry!