A blogmas special today in the form of an airport poem.
A few years ago I started writing poems. It’s actually what my first blog was all about (it was also called Wanderlust Waitress – don’t judge!) I didn’t share them with anyone, as I was mostly embarrassed and they are mediocre at best.
However, in the interest of December being the month that I:
- Challenge myself as a writer,
- Follow my own advice and leave my comfort zone,
- And well.. to be honest… its day 20, I’m tired and I’m running out of writing energy…
Here’s an airport poem that I wrote.
The Airport
It may look like just a building,
But in truth it’s so much more.
You’re never the same person twice,
When you pass through the doors.
You may be headed for departures,
With grand adventure up ahead.
Or returning home from far and wide,
To a familiar bed.
Some greeted by lovers,
Who have longed to reunite.
Others carry heavy hearts,
Goodbyes fading out of sight.
Strangers become companions,
Paths momentarily intertwined.
As they seek out fresh beginnings,
Leaving their former selves behind.
It may look like just a building,
A means to get from A to B.
But it’s a time machine and heart breaker,
And where I am truly me.
Jenna Howieson
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