The barefoot time

A collection of short, child-oriented poems that recall youthful days of play and simple country life while alternating between nostalgia and gentle moral instruction. Verses celebrate imagination, outdoor games, family ties, and seasonal pleasures, and they offer reflections on work, patience, gratitude, and kindness. Many pieces adopt a homespun voice and occasional humor to depict everyday scenes—schoolroom mishaps, sleigh rides, humble heroes, and small domestic tasks—while a few meditative lyrics consider faith, forgiveness, and the value of living in the present. The whole is arranged as accessible, varied poems meant for young readers and those remembering childhood.