My Home
It's the hottest part of the day in the summer.
The patio is dirty, and there's coke in the pool.
The big screen television sits amongst the games.
Wires and cords wrap intertwine across the floor.
Everyone wears shorts and t shirts to beat the heat.
All socks and shoes are off to try and keep cool.
The wall clothed with pictures full of happy smiles.
Different sounds collide and mix with one another.
Minds are captivated in our digital and electronic world.
Today the sum of the parts overwhelm the whole.
Each part's eyes visually stimulated by flashy lights.
Just a whole lot of getting comfortable and relaxation.
Not for everyone, one works hard cooking all the while.
This is my home.
The flashing lights finally fade away into darkness.
Music halts and silence begins to occupy the space.
A spicy, tangy sensation of aroma now fills the air.
Hot wings and curly fries rest on their fated plates.
Orange soda, pink lemonade, and bud light quench thirst.
The grease fails to pop louder than the lame conversations.
People give means looks as the immature brother jokes.
The only thing to quiet him is his close call with the ice.
Guitar Hero returns when the food is swept away.
One plate remains, I like to take my sweet old time.
"You messed up! No you messed up!" they argue.
Mom is still cooking and smiling, happy just to be there.
This is my home.
A silent sigh is released after a knock on the door.
No one is excited that the in-laws have arrived at last.
New bottoms begin to fill the once occupied seats.
Babies start to be ordered, "Come! Eat! Please?"
It matters not, these attempts are quite futile, they refuse.
There is still only one man at the table, slowly eating,
Dominating all the remains of the picky children's plates.
Paper towels must be passed around as drinks are spilled.
Loud mock drums overwhelm any attempt at conversing.
Sponge Bob tackles the job of entertaining the youth.
Almost done eating, but cleaning time will be here soon.
Better to leave now, no one wants to stay around for that.
Happy Independence Day America!
This is my home.
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