On my island of dreams I can hold you tighter.
We appreciate Alexandra Smith very kindly sharing her creative talents with us. Alexandra finds all forms of writing to be a ‘wonderful form of self-expression.’ She also enjoys performing with local drama societies, running a writer’s group, and producing exciting new artistic projects. Thank you Alexandra for helping us with this project and for entering the competition.
The Island
The grass is greener
and the birds are louder,
on my island of dreams
you’re at my side, with a piña colada.
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The sun is brighter
and the breeze is nicer,
on my island of dreams
I can hold you tighter.
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The sand is softer
and the food is sweeter,
on my island of dreams
there is only forever.
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The clouds are whiter
and the place is tidier,
on my island of dreams
my inner self is lighter.
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The journey has been longer
yet, I have grown stronger,
my island of dreams…
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is on the border.
Alexandra Smith, 25, Derbyshire
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