Home sweet home
Staying at the top of the bunk bed,Ade heard noises from the rooftop as usual but he remained calm because he knew all these would end today.With the thoughts of having his Dad come pick him,he arose with swift and brushed his teeth and took his bath.He confirmed his luggages once more and took his breakfast .
Lately,he had complained to his parents about his bad experiences in boarding school and being the only son of his family,his parents didn't hesitate to take a decision of bringing him back home due to what they heard.Though he was in SS3 and they both knew that transferring him to another school would be difficult,since schools hardly accept students from SS3 but they didn't mind because all they wanted was bringing their precious son back home.
While sitting on bed waiting for his dad's arrival,he recalled his words and his parents reaction over the phone when he shared his experiences with them yesterday;With his shaky hands,he dialed his Dad's line and luckily it went through, immediately tears dropped from his eyes "Dad,am tired of staying here,I want to come back,I've been bullied in the past but I later surpassed it,but I can't endure the sounds at night, even my room mates will be scared,the next day ,cases of unknown sicknesses will become the order of the day,Dad my question is who's next?" I stopped when I started hearing sounds of sobs and I knew immediately it'll be my mum.All these while ,I thought it was just my Dad on the line,not knowing my mum sat close to him.
My Dad who has been patiently listening without interruption only said"pack your luggages am coming tomorrow to pick you up, though I felt u would have reported earlier, anyways better late than never".My mum didn't say anything and that scared me up till this morning but at least soon am going home to meet my mum and my little sis,I miss my family.
Soon i was sent for at the office that my Dad is here and I immediately took my bag and hurried to meet him.Most students were looking at me because they knew it wasn't time for one to go back but I didn't care because all I wanted right now was to leave this school.On seeing my Dad his arms were already wide open and I ran into his embrace.He discussed with the principal and we went towards his car and we both entered then he drove.I wanted to know what they discussed, but I just decided to let things slide so long as I was going home.
I could see my gate from a distance wide open where mum and my little sis vera was waiting for me,it seemed like they've been waiting for a long time.Immediately the car drove in, I alighted immediately and embraced my mum,who was looking at me to know if am okay.She took my luggages and went inside.Vera immediately took my arms and started asking "Bro Ade hope u're fine ooo ,I missed u"I was just laughing bcoz I had no strength to gist her at that point.
Food was already arranged at the dining table where everyone sat waiting for me while I went upstairs and freshened up then rushed down to join them.After a brief prayer,we started eating."hope is not vera that prepared this meal oo"I teased her and immediately her face fell flat and everyone laughed."Its a joke joor"I said and she finally smiled "I know bro"she replied.
After eating ,I was asked to share my school experiences . I began;Mum,vera ,I recall an experience that happened that made me realize my teachers do take things personally .It happened between our male teacher and a student in SS1 whose name is Boma.The teacher was known for his strictness, being too loud and was termed as 'over sabi' by the students.
Boma on the other hand was very stubborn and crafty.Our male teacher failed her core subject 'food and nuts ' just because she refused to participate in any church activities,can u ...
My mum cut me off immediately,"Ade how did your teacher take that personal,he did the right thing,a student is supposed to love God and participate in church activities".
Vera was just listening attentively,my mum made us understand that everyone must particular in church activities because an idol man is the devil's workshop.Since then I vowed to always belong to church activities wherever I find myself even if I go to higher institution to study the course my parents want me to.I don't even want to think about that part coz is disheartening.
The next morning,I woke up and my sis was already awake doing house chores,"she has really matured in character unlike her",I said to myself.Since it was just mopping that was left,I mopped the floor ate breakfast and joined my sister in the stroll she requested of me .I took my time to observe my surroundings that has changed with time. When we got home ,mum had already prepared lunch and she welcomed us.
She immediately called me "my doctor"I just faked a smile and went to have my lunch because I don't want to disappoint her nor my Dad but deep down I knew is law I wanted to study because of my passion in defending others ,and I noticed I hate seeing people in pains due to misjudgements, I believe everyone is equal before the law.The thoughts of blood even scares me,it was only vera that noticed my countenance changed and I knew she'll ask later,and until we finished our lunch ,I didn't even join in their conversation.My mum was curiously asking me what the problem was but it was of no use because they'd still do what's on their mind.
I think this was the aspect of my life I had less control of.But was it supposed to be so?I asked myself rhetorically.
But I had one reason to be happy ,I was back,ohh ,home sweet home!.