A Short Break


In a City full of travellers, I decided to 
stay awhile,
This visiting visitor was venturing,
The streets were colourfully decorated, 
crowded and bustling,
People were dressed in sparkly costumes,
sang and danced, all offering a friendly 
smile.

The eyes were all-conquering,
A new language the ears struggled but 
tuned to listening,
The smell from food stalls filled the air,
the nose couldn’t help but take a whiff,
Fragrant aromas made the mouth and 
taste buds water, signalling a need to 
stop and take a taste.

Feelings of relief and joy had slowly 
crept into my soul,
In truth, I felt refreshed and energised 
enough to take an evening stroll,
My last Sunset brought a touch of sorrow,
For I was leaving at dawn on the morrow.



by Zyrool
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Farjana Avatar
December 15, 2024 at 12:16 AM
Hello Zyrool, visiting a new city is so refreshing and exciting as we realize about the precious moments and learn many things about people,culture,nature. It feels sad when we have to leave as we attach ourselves with the beauty of that place. Indeed it's great to know about new places while taking a break. I enjoyed your poem.
Gifford Avatar
February 14, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Hello Anika, my sincere apologies for not replying sooner, I must have missed it. Thank you for your lovely comment, I truly appreciate it. Sending heartfelt apologies and Blessings your way.
George Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Taking a short break occasionally in a different location amid different people is always energizing and pleasurable. I am sure you had a wonderful time. That's why you felt sorry to be back. Dear Zyrool, enjoyed your beautiful description.
Gifford Avatar
November 20, 2024 at 12:19 AM
Thank you so much Valsa, means a lot. Have a great day my friend., hugs.
Dietrich Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Oh. I know that feeling of being so sad to leave an area you really like . I left Spain long before I wanted to and regret to this day not having learned Spanish well enough. What was the place you had to leave,?
Gifford Avatar
November 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Hello Andrea, thanks for the read. So sad to hear about your Spanish, my friend. The place was Guyana..
Kauffman Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 10:53 AM
Zyrool, a travelogue filled with the delight of the sounds, aromas, smiles and dynamic energy of a bustling city that lives in your memory even though you are not physically there any longer! Nicely done! Blessings!
Gifford Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 12:03 PM
Hello Sam, thank you so much for your kind words. Happy memories are rarely forgotten. Have a great rest of the week.
Greenhough Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 6:53 PM
This well written story of a travel transports me to this strange city where I can join you in revelry. I enjoy the happy, carefree style of this poem.
Gifford Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 11:41 PM
Hello Hilda, thank you for your lovely words, glad you enjoyed it. Enjoy the rest of the week my friend. Stay Blessed.
De Beaulieu Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Hello Zyrool, I can tell you did not want to leave. You were having a great time. Hugs. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 10:59 AM
Hello Zyrool, yes when settled in then you have to leave. Yes it is a tab sad. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs. /Darlene/
Gifford Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 11:37 PM
Hello Darlene, Just as you settle in you have to leave, a tad bit sad. Thanks for the read. Stay Blessed my friend.
Bauer Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 1:31 PM
You’ve really captured the magic of traveling to a new city, Zyrool! It’s my favorite type of vacation and sure beats sitting on a hot beach any day…
Gifford Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 11:34 PM
Hi Ilene, hot beach is not my thing, exploring yes. Thank you for dropping by much appreciated. Enjoy the rest of the week, my friend.
Kendrick Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 12:55 PM
This one reads like an exciting time within a city filled with so much wondered. There is always so many places to see and things to do within a city if one has the money to do them. Thanks for sharing this with us. Sara K
Gifford Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 11:31 PM
You’re so right,Sara. Thank you for the read. Stay Blessed, Zyrool
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