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HOMECOMING

Submitted by Twizzle48 on Sat, 2024-09-14 11:43

HOMECOMING

After so many years away, it almost hurts
Seeing the old place again, albeit changed
A few remaining half-remembered friends
Upon whom my future years still depends
Some of that chemistry is now rearranged
Yet soon to original relationships it reverts

Faces, a little aged of course, I still recall
Children that I’ve never seen, acting coy
To them, I’m a stranger finally returned
I wonder if forgiveness could be earned
Some expressions of surprise, others joy
It’s the smiles that please me most of all

It’s just me, back again this time to stay
I bring no gifts from far off exotic lands
Nor even any wisdom not echoed here
Balanced lives move on it would appear
The desire for travel no-one understands
Yet it is bonds of loyalty one must obey

Style / type: 
Structured: Western
Review Request (Intensity): 
I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back
Editing stage: 
Not actively editing
Contest: 
09/24 Homecoming
Content level: 
Not Explicit Content

Comments

Lavender

Sun, 2024-09-29 21:43

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Hello, Twizzle,
You are very dedicated to this mirror-image rhyme pattern! The rhymes do not seem forced and the rhythm flows very well. Very nice!
It's hard to go back to a place we once called home. Your poem delivers the apprehension of returning, along with the hope and anticipation of acceptance.
Thank you!
L

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