Homesick

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He loves walking into the land of the unknown,

You can’t stop passing by those old bylanes that are filled with nothing but memories.

He can’t stop talking about that exotic dish he tried with a new friend,

You still crave for your favourite tiramisu but only when it’s sweetened by his company.

“I haven’t been home for a while,” he says with a sigh, adding, “I feel homesick without her.”

“The last time I went on a vacation was with him,” you say, as you unknowingly break into a smile.

As he packs his bags, he gift wraps the memoir he bought. From all of his travels, he brings back a piece for you.

You, on the other hand, make a list of all the new restaurants in town. Of course, you haven’t missed out the old favourites.

He’s finally home, for you are home to him.

And for you, it feels like a holiday.