Sand Castles

A castle of sand - lies in ruin,
Washed away by roaring waves.
Watching the sun set - the orange glow,
Turning the sea to blood.

A cold wind blows - I shudder,
As I slowly loose my warmth.
Darkness settles - I feel the shadows,
Settling on my soul.

I look above - stars twinkling,
They look so far away.
My hands reach up - to touch them,
Only to grasp at empty air.

Falling on my knees - I weep,
The shadows closing round.
My scalding tears  - drops of starlight,
Fall into the waves...