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The True Meaning of Home

Home is more than just a physical structure it is an emotional anchor, a place where i feel safe, comfortable, and truly myself. It’s where my family is, where I make memories, and where I can relax. Home is the smell of my favourite meals being cooked, the sound of laughter with friends or family, and the feeling of being surrounded by love. Its the place where I can be myself, without worrying about what others think. When I come home after a long day, it’s where I can take off my shoes and just breathe. At home, I feel peaceful. It’s where I can take a break from school and spend time with the people I care about. Sometimes, home is just a quiet place where I can think or read my favourite book. It’s a place where I can do things I enjoy, like watch a movie, play a game with my family, or even paint or draw together. But the best part about home is the people i share it with like my family, my friends, and my cousins. They make home feel like a warm, happy place. Home doesn’t always have to be a building either. It can be anywhere I feel loved and accepted. It can be a friends house, a relative’s house, or even a favourite sport outdoors where I feel calm and safe. No matter where I go, home is where I can feel at ease, where I know I’m cared for, and where I belong. That’s what makes home so special. It’s the place where I am never alone, no matter what. Home is where my heart feels happiest and that’s what matters most.

Nico

Grade 6

Toronto, Ontario

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