Highly Commended: Jessica La Torre

Category A: Secondary School (12 to 14 years) Highly Commended (2024), Golden Tales Short Story Competition
Author: Jessica La Torre

Nonna’s hands are soft and strong,

Kneading dough, where love belongs.

In her kitchen, warmth and grace,

Her smile lights up the whole space.

Pasta simmering, sauce so sweet,

Her dishes make our hearts complete.

With every meal, she gives her care,

A love that’s found in every prayer.

Her faith in God is pure and true,

A guiding light in all she’ll do.

She’s clever, kind, with wisdom deep,

Her selfless heart is ours to keep.

Through laughter, joy, and family,

Nonna’s love is always free.

A gift of sweetness, always there,

In every hug, in every prayer.

Her spirit shines, forever bright,

Our Italian angel, pure delight.