Celebrating the Comforts of Home by Tiffany Edison
Photo by Taryn Elliott
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ur homes often symbolize safety and security. Additionally, they can be a source of pride and represent a physical manifestation of the memories created within our most sacred environment. My eldest daughter just graduated from high school. Where else would I choose to host this momentous occasion but in our home, where we can add yet another victorious memory to these four walls? I feel a mix of emotions; in one moment I’m cheerful, in the next I’m anticipating a sense of longing for her as she heads off to college in the fall.
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Life is full of conundrums that we’re not always prepared for, or rather we fool ourselves into thinking that we can handle them gracefully. The beauty of home, in essence, is being able to be completely ourselves. We can laugh and cry privately. We can also choose to gather with those who offer support when times get tough. As I prepare for this party, the feeling that overwhelms me is the feeling of gratitude. I’m grateful for our family and friends, and yes, the roof over our heads shielding us from the outside world. In this tumultuous period of the novel coronavirus, we’ve been ordered to stay at home as much as possible, for
