Meeting On The Beach

Pebbles and shells, sand between toes

Walking along with salty air up my nose.



A choc` ice melting under the sun

Before I can get it into my tum`.



Laughter around as children play

They will cry if their sandcastle gets washed away.



Granddad in braces, one trouser leg rolled up

While he shakes out sand from a plastic cup.



It looks like mum`s swimsuit is a size eight

So dignity there is all left to fate.



A deckchair is creaking, sunshade hung low

Half naked bodies all are on show.



A young girl changing under a towel

Not worried at all if someone might scowl.



Food being served all through the day

Crunching up sand is the price we all pay.



People are meeting, new friendships are made

All over a glass of lemonade.



One huge gathering along the coast

With no invitations sent out,



Just the sun as our host.