What Home Feels to Me

When I walk in my house after a long day of school, I smell the earthy and natural aroma from my mom’s plants. The smell of fresh chocolate chip cookies is delicious. I ran to the kitchen to find my sister taking them out of the oven. She let me grab one, and I ate it really fast. From there, I go to the living room to find my dogs. They greet me with barks and jumps. I lay down on the couch, turn on the TV and get cozy and warm. I hear noises in the kitchen. My mom gets busy preparing dinner. The smell makes me hungry. We eat together. The entire family is around the table sharing our days. Night falls over us. I get in my bed and go to sleep, feeling the warmth of my blankets. I am grateful to have such a welcoming home.