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“Just like our story, the original Christmas tales were stories of searching, not so much for the lost, as for the familiar. Mary and Joseph sought in Bethlehem- the home of their familial ancestry- a place to start their own family; the three kings from the East journeyed beneath the sentinel star to find the King of Kings; and the shepherds sought a child in a place most familiar to them: a manger.”

Book:Finding Noel

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Finding Noel

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Richard Paul Evans

Richard Paul Evans is an American author known for his novels, particularly his stories about family and emotions. His works often explore themes of family, love, and sacrifice, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

“i bring my kiasu friend to the airport leavings are never easy, not for long and though we both saw blur along the way memories flooded present tensions. in the curry of his life no lemak remained so now the predictable exit signalled the end of his roundings, his bombings– he can bluff like hell, ma, he got style– and left me thinking about home, my kampong.”

Home Poetry Poet Poem Leaving Village Singapore Pioneer Poet Kirpal Singh Singapore Poetry Kampong

Book:The Best of Kirpal Singh

Source: The Best of Kirpal Singh

“It is to the prodigals...that the memory of their Father's house comes back. If the son had lived economically he would never have thought of returning.”

Home Father Son Return Prodigal

Author:Simone Weil

“Why not surround yourself with things that make you content? After all, there's no place like home.”

Life Home Happiness

Book:Champagne and Lemon Drops

Source: Champagne and Lemon Drops

“But I thought you were home to stay,” she said, exhaustion clear in her voice. “Ellie, you were my home.” He looked down at the sleeping infant. “But I can’t stick around and watch you make the biggest mistake of your life.”