Eleven O’ Nine Woodside, where I first learned of moonshine
Backyard barbecue
Hearing grown folks conversations and their views
Old ladies that drink
Man, did alcohol stink
Loud talking and cigarette smoke
Men,women ,and children laughing
That was a good time
It was what was happenin’
I remember my Aunt’s smile and her eyes
The impact that she had on so many lives
The mosquito bites and the sweltering heat
Drinking juice after juice and can’t wait to eat
The patience of a child
Full, packed yard
Street filled with cars
Music playing
One of the best occasions
The smell of barbecue
The smoke from a grill
It always takes me back here
Eleven O’ Nine Woodside
A cozy little spot
Situated across from my elementary schools
Man, I miss my Aunt!
Fun times, good food
Adults- some nice, some rude
Some unpleasant and you hate to see them coming
Laughter of children excited
Through the yard running
Cooler temperatures will be coming and school will be back in session
This taught me how to not treat people
Not quite ready for another lesson
Eleven O’ Nine Woodside
Contributed to my views on family and quality time
Where I experienced backyard barbecue's and learned about homemade moonshine
Realizing it is better to be kind and be careful what you say
Don’t hide behind masks
Appreciate the moment and live for the day
Eleven O' Nine Woodside
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Beautiful, Atiya! Ahhh...this took me back too. Funny how we never realize life's lessons all around us and how important family is until we become adults and it's now our turn.
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I got this off of my cousin facebook page and I just wanted to say that this is so deep and touching!!!
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