home through different eyes

A home is more than just beams and bricks. It is a feeling that wraps around the heart like a warm blanket on a cold night. It is the place where we are accepted, loved, and belonged. To a child, home is the sound of laughter in the living room, the warmth of a parent’s hug, and the familiar aroma in the kitchen. It is safety and sense of belonging. To a soldier on a duty, far from loved ones, home is not just a place but a symbol of strength. It is a memory carried in a folded photograph, and a reminder that peace and love still waiting beyond the battlefield. To a traveller crossing oceans, home is the language that feels familiar. It is the taste of the food that brings back the childhood memories. It is seeing the loved ones waiting with open arms at the arrival. To a patient in hospital room, home means comfort and healing. It is the silent wish for their own bed, a favourite pillow, home cooked food, and return to normal life. To a student studying far from family, home is encouragement and success. It is the voice of parents on the phone, home-cooked food they miss, and the feeling of being cared for. After a long day of study and challenges, thinking about home gives strength and motivation. To a bird, home is a small nest built with care. It may look fragile, but it keeps the bird safe from wind and rain. It is where life begins and wings grow stronger. In every life, home means something different. Yet at its heart, home is where love stays, comfort surrounds, and hearts feel safe and protected.