Ulazim u stan
Zagrli me tišina
Moj najdraži zvuk
アパートに入る
静けさが私を包む
私の好きな音
I enter the flat
Silence embraces me
My favourite sound
［作者情報］
［Author Information］
Toni Gabrić
( Toni Gabric )
Croatia・Split／Age 12
第19回The 19th 2025-2026年2025-2026 クロアチア大会Croatia Contest
テーマ 「おと」 Theme "Sound" 大賞作品 JAL Grand Prize Winner
This poem brilliantly flips a common human fear—loneliness or an empty home—into a source of deep comfort and joy. It tracks a physical movement across a threshold, where the busy, chaotic noise of the outside world is instantly replaced by a soft, welcoming presence. The imagery of silence giving a physical "hug" is incredibly tender and comforting. It gives a voice to introverted peace, celebrating the relief of solitude. Calling silence a "favorite sound" is a wonderful poetic paradox that shows just how deeply children can feel the safety, warmth, and sanctuary of being home.
