Chinenye Njoku
@chinenyenjoku443367
1 year ago

#FLAVOURSOFHOME

As school works announced their end, The gloom of bookwormness,
The feeling that came from the white pages, That could decide one's success,
Was usurped by a dancing heart, A feeling that even the teacher's whip, Would not stop.

The angry and harsh sun seemed to be smiling,
Even the silent trees were merry,
All to the sound of holiday.

The house yawned noisily, As I pushed the gate open, Its chilly breath,
Romanced the floral breeze, To give me a heart warming welcome, The smell of fried fish,
And that of jollof,
Seemed to echo my name, Leaving me at crossroads of who to answer.

The sober embrace of mum , Reminded me of comfort and warmth, No lurking traces of books and school.

A tour round the rooms,
Made me feel like a detective, Whose mission is uncovering any joy stealer under pillows.

At the dining,
The clanging of spoons on teeth , And the sounds of chewing, Rent the air with a cacophonous tune.

With all eyes set on the Tv, Dangling smiles on cheeks, The eruptive laughter in the air, Smelled of gladness.
The dramatic sitting ,
Silently shouting of family ,
Was a reminder that I have missed home.


#NirclePoetry #FlavoursOfHome #Poetry

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