Lost And Found

Near to the edge of the sandy beach, Stood a building that made me feel sad, The place where lost children took shelter, Separated from Mum and Dad. In that place, they were safe from danger, Enclosed by a fence and large gate, It's there they would spend a few hours, In tears, they'd impatiently wait. I've always remembered their faces, Tear stained, frantic and scared, I'd chat to them through the railings, Passing them sweets to be shared, It was always a happy ending, I'm so glad, it wasn't me, When Mother turned up, Their faces lit up, Such a wonderful sight to see. Jayne Louise Davies