The Significance of Home

Oh home! You are the safe haven where I can be exactly who I am, Where I do not feel shy or afraid. You are the resting place for the mind and the body After a hard long busy day. You are where I go when I am exhausted or not feeling well So I can recuperate. You are the shelter from the storms, From the harsh elements, rain, blizzards, or UV rays. You are a sanctuary, my hideout Where I feel safe to learn, work, rest, or play. You are where I see my loved ones, Where I get hugs, encouragement, and learn how to behave. You are where I have my prized possessions, Things that are given, earned, or things that I create. You are the stage where I can practice my imagination without reservation Where I can be royalty, a superstar, an artist, or a chef. You are where I can experiment with new delicious recipes Where I can make a masterpiece or a mess. You are a restaurant of many types of cuisines, With the aroma of banana bread, curry chicken rice, or homemade poutine. You are the studio where I can practice new skills Like blasting my instruments to annoy all my siblings. You are the VIP lounge where I can cheer on my favourite teams, While I relax in my pajamas and indulge in whatever comfort food I desire. You are the arena where I feel completely victorious In another world when I enjoy awesome games. You are the learning place where I build my character, The place where I grow up. You are the dream place where I ponder about the future, Where I think about my strengths and weaknesses. You are the comfort zone where my family Take time to inquire about my day. You are where my pet listens to every secret about me Or where I challenge family with countless debates. You are the private room where I can open up To tell someone about my phobias or say some super silly jokes. You are where I learn about the real world around us And what we got to do to help. O home! You are a cherished roof over my head where I can keep safe and well. You are a place where I make a wish For everyone to have a home as well!