The house was a sanctuary, its air thick with the comforting scent of damp earth and old wood. Sunlight, filtered through lace curtains, cast dancing shadows on the worn wooden floor.
In the heart of the house, a grandmother sat, her hands busy peeling tangerines. The sweet, citrusy aroma filled the room, a stark contrast to the melancholy tones of the house.
As she worked, she spoke of the past, her voice a soft melody that carried the weight of time, a tapestry woven with threads of joy, sorrow, and triumph. She told tales of autumn leaves swirling in the wind, of crisp mornings filled with the sound of birdsong, and of evenings spent by the hearth, its flames flickering and casting dancing shadows on the walls.
I watched her from the balcony, her eyes reflecting the light of the setting sun. A decade had passed since she had sought solace in her grandmother’s home, leaving behind the burdens of her past. Now, here we were, sitting together, the scent of tangerines filling the air, a reminder of the past and the promise of a new beginning.
Her eyes, a deep ocean blue, held stories of laughter and tears, dreams and disappointments. In them, I saw the strength she had found, the resilience she had cultivated. As the sun dipped below the horizon, I realized the scent of tangerines was more than just nostalgic; it was a symbol of her journey, a testament to her courage and unwavering spirit