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Abandoned House's Silent Elegance

Abandoned House

By Blue sky Published 8 months ago 1 min read
Abandoned House's Silent Elegance
Photo by Yener Ozturk on Unsplash

In a forgotten corner of the countryside, there stands an old abandoned house, a relic of a bygone era. Its weathered facade, once painted a pristine white, now bears the scars of time, with cracked and peeling paint revealing the history it conceals. This house, once a place of warmth and laughter, now stands as a silent sentinel to the passage of time.

The windows, now boarded up, were once a portal to a world of dreams and stories. They witnessed the changing seasons, from the golden hues of autumn to the icy stillness of winter. They framed the laughter of children playing in the yard and the whispers of secrets shared in the moonlight. But now, they are mere shadows, covered by wooden planks that deny access to the curious.

The front door, once inviting and welcoming, has now become a barrier to the past. It creaks ominously in the wind, as if echoing the loneliness of the house itself. Weeds and ivy have claimed the path that once led to the entrance, as if nature itself is trying to hide this relic from the world.

Inside, the air is thick with the scent of must and decay. Dust motes dance in the faint rays of sunlight that filter through cracked ceilings and warped floorboards. The rooms, once filled with life, are now empty and silent, save for the occasional scuttle of a small creature seeking shelter.

Yet, despite its dilapidation, there is a haunting beauty to this old abandoned house. It stands as a testament to the passage of time, a reminder that all things must eventually fade. It whispers of memories and stories that have long been forgotten, and it begs for someone to unlock its secrets and breathe life back into its tired walls.

But for now, it remains a solitary sentinel, a silent witness to the changing world around it, a poignant reminder of the ephemeral nature of life and the enduring spirit of the past.

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Blue sky

Blue sky is an accomplished poet whose words weave emotion and imagery into captivating verses. Born on 5th may 1995 in Lagos, Nigeria. Blue sky discovered a passion for poetry at a young age, finding solace in the beauty of language.

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  • Olaoluwa7 months ago

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