The Mets Game
At age 7, I went to my first Mets game
I guess that is where you could say my obsession started
I’m not really sure who or what to blame
But I thank them fully hearted
I am not sure what part I like the best
Maybe it’s the anticipation of going
The excitement I feel in my chest
And the happiness in me growing
Or maybe it’s the car ride there
Going over the Verazzano bridge
Taking me to a place so rare
That makes me feel like I’m dancing on a ridge
However, I fell out of love with it
I call this the lost year
At age 16 we had a split
Because of things that interfered
I know what I am about to tell you may seem sad
But it’s rather me recognizing who I am
I created something good to replace the bad
Because I can’t always scram
Within a year I gained independence
And learned I can do the things I love
Like going to a Mets game and being in attendance
Even though it doesn’t fit the same as an old glove
I regained love for a Mets game
I love the atmosphere
The bright lights and the cheering of names
And the smiles on faces that appear
I love the food
Even though I eat just chicken tenders and fries
It puts me in a baseball mood
And it’s pretty good, which is a surprise
I love the game in general
All the home runs and strikeouts
In a game, there are usually several
And limited time outs
I love watching the players play
Their love for the game
And the excitement they display
As they try to create a name
I learned I can go with my friends
Or even if I wanted to by myself
The experience itself befriends
I’ve met many, especially sitting in section 112
I like to try and catch a ball
And even get a player to sign
When they do, I am one to bawl
Because it makes me happy it’s mine
It feels like a second home
And its name is Citi Field
Before the game, I like to roam
Because this place makes me feel healed
I really like when the Mets win
The place lights up
The cheers and the smiles release from within
And sometimes beverages spill from cups
I hate when the games are over
Because it feels like a goodbye
The season only lasts from April to October
And then for six months, it is only I
The Mets game is my happy place
It is truly something I love
It is something I will always embrace
Because it makes me who I am and that’s enough
-Kamlyn
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