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If home were a sight, it would be the most breathtaking view anyone could ever behold, like the first glimpse of a rainbow after a storm. If home were a sound, it would be the comforting chatter of my family around the dinner table before bedtime. If home were a scent, it would be the aroma of my mother’s freshly cooked dumplings wafting from the pot. If home were a feeling, it would be a tapestry woven from the most cherished memories, as warm and comforting as my favorite blanket. Home is where I share precious moments with my family. It’s a place of understanding, where everyone respects my feelings and thoughts, like a wise old friend. Home is more than just a dwelling, it’s a treasure trove of joy and love. Home offers warmth and affection that remains with you wherever you go, like the sun’s rays on a summer day. Home is a haven of laughter and comfort, where love permeates every corner, like the fragrance of a blooming garden. It’s where the enticing smell of my mother’s homemade meals fills the air, as delightful as the scent of a festive feast. Home is where magical moments come to life, where the melodious sound of the piano twinkles under the starlit sky, like a symphony playing under the moonlight. It’s a place enveloped in love, where our roots and culture reside, and where we discover our identity, like a tree finding its strength in its roots. Home is a place of enduring joy, where you can shine brightly, like a diamond in the rough. Everyone deserves a home that provides safety, happiness, and a sense of love and support, like a lighthouse guiding a ship through a stormy sea.

Annie

Grade 6

Markham, Ontario

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