There’s also a new generation of 'children of the world'. They might lack the familiarity and constancy of a real home. But also youngsters brought up in care, whose own parents were unable to raise them and who often have to move from place to place. Homeless people spring to mind, for whom it is particularly difficult at this time of year on the bitterly cold streets. We should spare a thought for those who don’t have a home to go back to.
Your new town may not be familiar, but perhaps it’s more beautiful, has more shops or is sunnier! And although you’ll miss friends and family, distance gives you the chance to appreciate the relationships you truly value. Remember that you’ll probably arrive home and wish you were away again, doing what you are doing right now! Think about all the good differences from home: you might not be able get hold of (or afford) your favourite foods, but this will force you to try new cuisine or learn to cook new meals.
Some tips to help with homesickness: concentrate on what you’re doing and where you are.
It’s the anticipation … almost seeing your friends and family, almost smelling Dad’s apple crumble, almost feeling your own sheets. Although I’m used to travelling and living away from home, I always find I long to go home about a week before it’s time. It’s something you learn to deal with better as you grow older from your first weekend away with school or a youth group, to a week-long holiday with friends, to moving out to university, it becomes ever easier. Homesickness is something almost everyone suffers from. It might be your own comfy bed or your mum’s lasagne or walking round your local park that makes you feel so happy and comfortable there. No matter how far you’ve travelled, or for how long, there’s always something special about coming home.
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