What home is to me!

Habitat for Humanity does not only give people a house, but they also give them a home! Home is the warm welcome of my family when I return home from a long day at school. Home is the sound of my mother's beautiful voice, humming to a graceful piece of music. Home is the sound of laughter, filling the air. Home is waking to the smell of pancakes, cooking in the scorching hot frying pan. Home is the taste of fresh gooey chocolate chip cookies, straight out of the oven. Home is a glorious picnic, in a calm peaceful forest, with the sun shining down on us. Home is a blazing fire keeping me warm and cozy, on a chilly night. On a frosty winter night home is the comforting feeling of a warm cuddle, snuggled together under a pile of cozy blankets. Home is a pastry baking and talking about the highlights of our day. Home is the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg in a pumpkin pie. Home is the calming sound of birds chirping and owls hooting. Home is a glass of hot cocoa followed by a bedtime story. Home is a place where I can express myself and be who I truly am with no judgement. Home is when my family sits down around the dinner table and expresses gratitude. Home is two loving arms wrapped around my body. Home is a kiss on the top of my head and the words “I love you.” Home is walking to school, under the gray morning sky. My family, not only those related by blood, but all the people who support me, lift me up when I am down, and love me no matter the decisions I make is my home. Home is a huge part of me.