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Happy Home

To me, home is not just a building made of wood and bricks. It is a feeling that starts the moment I walk through the front door. It is the place where I can truly be myself, whether I am laughing loudly at a joke or sitting quietly in my room. When I think of home, I think of the smells and sounds that make it special. I love the smell of dinner cooking in the kitchen and the sound of my family talking about their day. Even the sound of the rain hitting the roof feels better when I am inside, wrapped in a warm blanket. In my house, every room has a memory. I remember playing games on the living room floor and reading my favorite books in bed. These small moments make my house feel like it is full of love. Home is my safe spot. The world outside can be busy and loud, but my home is peaceful. It is the place where I go when I am tired or sad because I know my family is there to give me a hug. They listen to my stories and help me with my homework. At home, I don't have to worry about being perfect. I just have to be me Winning the contest would be amazing, but thinking about this reminds me that I am already lucky. A home is a place where you are loved, where you are safe, and where you belong. It is the heart of my world. No matter where I go as I grow up, the feeling of home is something I will always carry with me.

Benjamin

Grade 5

Brampton, Ontario

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