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Nelly learns the true meaning of home

Stomp stomp stomp Maya, a 10 year old girl with pretty dark brown hair, was walking up the steps with her 9 year old sister Nelly. When they got in the house they threw off their snow gear and slouched on the couch. “Are you excited for Christmas?” said Maya "not really” said Nelly. “Why?" said Maya. "Because it's so crowded, noisy and busy. What if mom and dad forget about christmas?’’ “Jovi, “ shouted mom. “We won't forget about christmas” said dad, as he sat beside Nelly. "Why do you think we will forget about Christmas?" said dad. “Because it's always so busy like Caleb has hockey, Bella has ballet, Jovi has swimming, Jacob has baseball, Nelly has tennis and I have badminton. That is a lot, thought dad. “And it's always so crowded and… and… and… noisy and…” stuttered Nelly. ”Woah woah woah yes it is crowded, yes it is loud but we never forgot christmas in our little apartment so no matter where we are we will be together and make memories and that's all that matters. You should be thankful for a warm home and two parents that love you.” thanks dad I love you,”” I love you too sweetie.”

Braelyn

Grade 4

Leduc, Alberta

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