Coming home

My steps are getting faster, and I feel my heart start racing with excitement. Though I haven’t reached my final destination yet, a big grin already decorates my face. For months, I have been waiting to walk up the stairs that allow me to come home.

It feels like forever before I reach the first floor. And there are still three to go. Full of zest for action, I keep struggling toward my goal. Second floor. Third floor. The breathing starts to become difficult now, and the rising pain in my legs does not help either. But I won’t let anything stop me since I'm almost there. As I arrive on the fourth floor, coming home seems natural.

One more step until I reach the last little obstacle. I look excitedly in my pocket for the key, and fortunately, I can find it soon after. Slowly I put it into the door lock. My hand gently begins to turn it around. While the bolt unlocks, it causes the creaking noise that sounds so well-known.

As the door opens, a familiar smell pours into my nose, which my memory associates with so much: Joy, anger, fear, love, and security. A nest, a treasure chamber full of everything I long for. I soak up the moment because I know that if I open my eyes, I’ll quickly find out that coming home is still not possible.

Modern staircases

I took this photo in November 2019. You can see the staircase of a 70-ies building in the city of Givʿatajim, a suburb of Tel Aviv. 

Modern staircases are stylish and functional, making them an ideal addition to any home. They provide a focal point for any space and can be a great way to make a statement in your home. Not only do modern staircases look great, but they can also be designed to suit all types of needs, from practicality to aesthetics.