The Real Meaning of Home

To me, home is a warm feeling—like my cats curling up with me while I watch a movie with my mom! It’s also playing soccer with my dad, laughing, and having fun together. Home is not just about material things; it’s about the moments and people that make you feel safe and loved. Like when your sibling teases you every time they visit—it’s those little things that make home special. Your parents are your home because they love you unconditionally. You need them, so never take them for granted. The same goes for your pets and even having a home itself. A home is where you have food, water, and comfort. It’s not just a structure—it’s wherever you feel safe and at peace. Your home should be a place of relaxation, where everything feels just right no matter what happens. Your house may change, but your true home—your comfort zone—never will. Home is a safe space where you can be yourself every day, away from negativity and mean people. It’s a special place where you feel secure and deeply loved—by parents, friends, siblings, and anyone who makes you feel at home. ❤️ That’s the meaning of home.

Abigail

Grade 5

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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