Birthday Weekend Wisely Spent

Hello Universe 163

I turned thirty two yesterday, and this birthday was made special by a visit from my parents!

This weekend was a celebration of togetherness, with us meeting after many months and enjoying the feeling of being with each other. I’ve maintained a tradition of writing poems about the weekend surrounding my birthday for the past two years (1, 2), and so, here’s a poem about the weekend that just went by!

I’m curious to know - how did you spend your last birthday? How was it meaningful to you? Before you read today’s poem, drop me a short, one line answer. You can also consider sharing your thoughts as a comment

Alright, poem starts in 3… 2… 1!

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Parents come 
from miles away.
To share a special short sweet stay.
✈️

They braved the traffic, 
took the flight.
But once they arrived, their smiles shone bright.
✨

Dad's jokes 
are a hearty spree.
Laughter echoes, filled with glee.
😄

Mom's mango ras, 
a taste of home.
Her magic in the pulp and foam.
🥭

Action movies, 
seen on loop.
Making us a happy group.
🥷🏻

On the screen, 
they fight and quip.
We cheer each heroic flip.
🎬

To the streets, 
we take our quest.
Tasting street food at its best.
🍽

Local flavors, 
spices blend,
in every bite, traditions meld.
🍛

Stories flow 
from heart to heart,
of friends, of home, of times apart.
🤗

In these tales, 
our lives entwine,
family's presence is divine.
😍

These moments wrapped 
in joy and cheer,
with people that I hold so dear.
👨‍👩‍👦

Feeling loved,
my heart's content.
Yes, one more Weekend Wisely Spent!
😇😇

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That’s it! Thanks for reading edition 163 of Hello Universe!

See you next Tuesday! 🤗