First Place: Jenna Theisen - High School :
“HOME”
Heading back to Fort Thomas, I drive along Fort Thomas Avenue. I look at the blue summer sky and watch the children ride their bikes along the street. I see people walking, conversing with old friends and laughing as they recall old memories of the town. I look to the right and see the VA Hospital and the veterans sitting on the benches. Then, I turn the bend and come upon the old, red-bricked building. Memories flourish as I remember the many times I have entered the building; some with friends and some with my family. I stop the car and watch as people park their cars. Children anxiously jump out and start running across the street, parents calling after them. I hear the music coming from the place and get out of the car. As I enter the building I see the initials of Charles Riedlmatter. I have finally found a piece of home at the Midway Café.
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