Building More Than Just Sandcastles: A Lesson in Affection

Dear friends, today I want to share a story from my past, a simple tale that holds a profound lesson about affection. It’s a story about making a sandcastle, but it’s also about so much more.

The Day at the Beach

Many summers ago, when my children were still young, we took a family trip to the beach. The sun was shining, the waves were gently lapping at the shore, and the air was filled with the sound of laughter and the scent of the sea.

My youngest, a spirited and imaginative little girl, decided she wanted to build the biggest sandcastle the beach had ever seen. And so, we set to work.

Building the Sandcastle

With buckets and spades in hand, we dug into the sand, shaping towers and walls, moats and bridges. It was a labor of love, a shared endeavor that brought us closer together. We worked tirelessly, each of us contributing to the creation of our magnificent sandcastle.

But as we built, I noticed something. My daughter wasn’t just focused on the sandcastle. She was watching us, her family, working together. She was watching the affection that flowed between us as we built our sandcastle. And she was learning.

The Lesson in Affection

As the day wore on, the tide began to rise. We watched as the waves slowly crept closer to our sandcastle, threatening to wash it away. But my daughter wasn’t upset. She turned to me with a smile and said, “It’s okay, Daddy. We can always build another one.”

And in that moment, I realized the true lesson of the day. It wasn’t about the sandcastle at all. It was about the affection we shared as we built it. It was about the love, the laughter, the shared memories. The sandcastle was temporary, but the affection was lasting.

Conclusion

So, my dear friends, remember this: In life, we build many ‘sandcastles’ – temporary structures that come and go. But the affection we share, the love we give and receive – that’s what truly matters. That’s what endures. So, build your sandcastles, but don’t forget to cherish the affection that comes with them.

Until next time, remember to share a little affection with those around you. It’s the most enduring thing you can build.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev