The barefoot time

A gentle stroll through memory opens this collection, where the poet recalls the “golden age of the barefoot time” and the simple wonder of summer afternoons spent swimming, dreaming, and carving statues of greatness out of June day‑dreams. The verses capture that wistful feeling of childhood moments slipping away, while a mother’s soft warning lingers like an angelic song.

From rust‑colored country roads to the bustling rhythm of city life, the poems wander through many scenes—old folk who scoff at city smoke, quirky little historians who read history in stones and wind, and playful tales of frogs, camels, and hidden treasures. Each piece offers a brief, vivid picture that hints at larger lessons about work, character, and the small triumphs that shape a young mind.

Listening brings the rhythm of rhyme to life, inviting children and adults alike to pause, imagine, and remember the quiet magic hidden in everyday moments. The collection feels like a warm, whispered conversation that encourages curiosity without ever rushing toward a grand finale.