Since I first learned to read, I’ve loved how books allow me to experience adventures beyond my wildest imagination. Through books I’ve been able to travel to distant lands, go into space and even witness history in the making. However, I also love…

I can honestly say that, until this year, I’ve never been truly homesick. Yes, there have been things I’ve missed and celebrations that I’ve been disappointed not to attend but, on the whole, I’ve managed to avoid feeling too nostalgic for home. In…