The holidays are a time when internal aches of longing are especially acute. Nostalgia runs rampant, but as adults it’s impossible to recreate the magic of childhood, despite our best efforts. What is this rare, elusive treasure we’re searching for during a season of abundance and even excess? I have a theory…

I think we’re looking for home.

I’m not sure what it is about our modern age, but for some reason this “place” seems to be harder and harder to find…and not only for lifelong nomads li...