The evolution of man seemed to always include
some type of dwelling. We went from living in a
cave to possibly pitching a tent on a distant
planet.
Man (and woman) needs a place to call home.
"Home is where the heart is" is a very familiar
saying, but there is more truth to these words than
meets the ear.
Your home can be a simple efficiency apartment
or a royal castle - and many stops in between. It
is not the structure of the place - it is what you make
it.
It should symbolize protection, security and comfort.
The feeling should be one of love and tranquility and
always the feeling of happiness.
Decorations can be elaborate and expensive or simple
and home-made. A favorite chair, a well-loved and
well-read book, and warm slippers - coming in with
muscles tired by a full day - leaving once again refreshed
and renewed.
If you live where cold and snow are a part of the winter
season, then you know the thrill of approaching your home
and seeing the cheery light from the windows displaying
endearing patterns on the pure white snow. Your hands
and feet are numb and your cheeks are as rosy as that
rose you held in your hand in the summer.
You open the door, and the scent of dinner cooking in
the kitchen meets you, or is it the memory of a campfire
during the warm season with toasted marshmallows,
broiled bacon, spicy hot dogs, and that inevitable cup
of campfire coffee.
You rush into the door and you are once again in an
atmosphere you have created that welcomes you each
and every time no matter the course of the day. Your
hands and feet begin to tingle as the warmth rushes
through your body and your ears and cheeks glow as
blood returns and circulates. There is a sense of ease -
whether you kick off your shoes or peel winter wear.
You are tired but happy, cold but at peace, and you have
an appetite that can be fixed with a seven-course meal or
a grilled cheese sandwich. Humans are home-loving
creations and your home reflects you - there are your
favorite things that can be seen, touched and held if you
feel the need.
After a meal you sit down and you begin to feel drowsy -
there is a whole world of difference in a natural tiredness
that comes from peace and relaxation then the nervous
exhaustion of a very competitive world.
If you have a fireplace, whether wood, gas, or even make-
believe, it represents tranquility and an acceptance of
whatever life sends your way.
Sitting near a fireplace, loved ones are more cherished,
dreams are sweeter and ambitions more believable.
Your mind searches the universe for plans that are
possible, and hope surrounds them. You drift off to sleep,
and your body repairs and replaces parts that are worn
from everyday life and well-used. Your world becomes as
natural as the trees in a forestland but as royal and
sophisticated as a star-filled heaven.
You are home - and life is good.
ENJOY!
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About The Author
©Arleen M. Kaptur 2003 January
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