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What Home Means To Me

Home is more than just a house or a place to live; it’s where I feel safe, loved, and comfortable. It’s a special place where I can relax, be myself and spend time with the people I care about. For me, home is not just a house with four walls, a roof, and a door. It is the people inside it. Home is where family and friends can spend time together, Whether it’s sitting around the dinner table, watching a movie together, or just talking before bed, these moments help create a sense of belonging and love. Home is a place where I keep my memories, like when I went Italy or when I swam with manatees, it's where I can be free, snuggle up with my favorite stuffed animal and watch a movie. I love being on my boat, it feels like being home. It feels calm and familiar. The moment I step aboard, everything feels right. The boat rocks gently on the waves, and the cool breeze blows through my hair. I can hear the water splashing against the sides, and it makes me feel calm and peaceful. The sun shines down, warming my skin, while the sound of seagulls in the distance makes everything feel quiet and happy. I love the feeling of freedom, like I can go anywhere on the open blue, with nothing but sky and water. In the end, home is where the heart is. It’s not about how big the house is or where it’s located; it’s about the people and the love that fills it. Home is where I am cared for, where I grow, and where I can be my true self. It’s the place that makes me feel like I truly belong.

Julia

Grade 5

Brampton, Ontario

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