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A home is a place where one lives, feels comfortable, and creates memories. A home is often associated with feelings of warmth, love, and belonging, while a house may simply be a place to reside. A home is personalized and reflects the people's personality, while a house may be more impersonal and lack character. Ultimately, a home is where the heart is. It is a place where one feels a sense of belonging and comfort, where memories are. A house is just a building, cold and bare, A place to lay your head, nothing more to declare. But a home is where the heart resides, Where love and warmth and memories collide. It's where you feel at peace, where you belong, A sanctuary where you can sing your song. A place that reflects your unique soul, And brings comfort and joy to make you whole. A house may have just four walls and a roof, But a home is where you find the proof That love and belonging are what you need, To live a truly free life. So build a home, not just a house, And you'll find that life is more than just a house. It's a place of comfort, love, and care, Where you can find your heart and soul and truly share, make and love are shared. Unlike a house, a home reflects the unique personality and lifestyle of the people who live there and is a sanctuary where one can relax, play, and entertain. While paying taxes and bills may be a part of living in a home, the intangible qualities that truly make it special. In contrast, a house is simply a building used for habitation, lacking the personal touch and character that make a home truly exceptional.

Carlson

Grade 6

Calgary, Alberta

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