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What Does Home Mean To Me

Imagine "home" as a warm hug; it is not simply defined as a basic structure where I live, but it encompasses much more than just walls and a roof. It is a place filled with memories, comfort, and a sense of belonging for many. Home is where I feel safe and loved, surrounded by family and friends who support me. My emotional connection to home is profound. It is where I experience joy, laughter, and sometimes sorrow. Home is a comforting place full of love and happiness, resembling my grandma giving me a hug or my sister presenting me with a gift. My family educates and teaches me life skills. Think of your home like a photo album; each photo contains a special memory, and all the photos can tell a story about my home. Some pictures might depict a birthday, show me playing in my backyard, or capture me scraping my knee but feeling better because my mom was there. It's not just the furniture or the walls; it's the feelings those pieces evoke. Even if I move houses, I still bring those golden memories! Those memories shape who I am, no matter where I go!

Wilson

Grade 5

Markham, Ontario

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