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Hi Alex,
I think cooking is a great idea. Cooking is the kind of hobby that you can do only for yourself, if you'd like, but that you can also do to impress others and socialize. You know, almost every social event revolves around food, especially good food, right? And I know you have great taste for it because of the restaurants you suggested when I went visiting, so I think you would be a great chef! You can also choose to specialize. There are so many types of food you can focus on – desserts, burgers, pasta, etc.
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I don't remember anything about an "extended metaphor," but the poem's main focus is to remind herself that while she loves the earthly comforts of her house and all her material things... it is important to not over-love them and instead think of all the spiritual rewards that are awaiting her in heaven.
Metaphor, end rhyme, and repetition are all used.