Mary Stevenson Poetry

Mary Steel Stevenson (1896–1985) was a Scottish-born Australian activist, political leader, and community advocate. A founding member of Canberra’s Liberal Party branch, she served on the ACT Advisory Council and championed women’s rights, healthcare, and federal representation. Stevenson was awarded an MBE for her extensive civic contributions and public service.

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Footprints in the Sand

‘Footprints in the Sand’ is a poem that looks at the relationship between the poet and God, with the footprints representing this.

This is the poem that Mary Stevenson is most famous for, and as such, it best represents her as a writer. There are a number of different versions of the poem, and it has become globally famous. It demonstrates the poet's own faith and religious beliefs, and these are shown in a moment of personal reflection.

One night I dreamed I was walking

along the beach with the Lord.

Many scenes from my life flashed across the sky.

In each scene I noticed footprints in the sand.

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