Let’s be real for a second—homesickness? It hits hard. Whether it’s the smell of your favorite dish, the sound of your childhood street, or even just that feeling you get when you think of home, sometimes the ache is real. And guess what? We’re not here to tell you to shake it off. No, we’re telling you to embrace it.
Homesickness Day, celebrated on September 27th, the one day a year we actually celebrate this weird, bittersweet emotion that connects us to the people, places, and moments we hold close to our hearts.
Why Homesickness is Kinda Beautiful (Yeah, We Said It) ✨
You might be thinking, “Wait, celebrating homesickness? That’s a little odd.” But stay with us! Homesickness means that you’ve got something, or someone, worth missing. And that’s something worth celebrating. It’s a reminder of where you come from, what makes you you, and the connections you can’t wait to return to.
So instead of feeling down about it, why not flip the script? Here are some unexpected ways to embrace Homesickness Day and feel a little closer to the people and places that pull at your heartstrings.
1. Have a “Homesick Playlist” Jam Session 🎶
You know those songs that take you right back? Make a playlist full of tracks that remind you of home, that one epic summer, or even the tunes your parents couldn’t stop playing. Crank it up, sing (badly), and let yourself time travel back home for a bit. Music is one of the easiest ways to teleport straight to the heart.
2. Write a Letter to Your Future Self 📝
Hear us out. Write yourself a letter about how you’re feeling right now, what you miss most, and what home means to you today. Seal it up, tuck it away, and open it in a year. It’s like sending a little piece of home into your future—a sweet reminder that distance and time can’t change what matters most. And who knows? Future you might be reading it while sitting back home.
3. Recreate Your Favorite “Home” Experience—Wherever You Are 🏡🍲
Miss your grandma’s cooking? That local coffee shop vibe? Whatever it is, find a way to bring a little slice of home into your current space. Look up a recipe, order those hard-to-find ingredients, or rearrange your living room to feel a little more like the place you miss. It’s not the same, but it’s a way to create comfort in the here and now. Home, after all, is a feeling as much as it is a place.
4. Randomly Call Your Friends & Family and Go Off-Script 📞🤣
We’re all guilty of those predictable “how are you” calls. But today? Nah, let’s switch it up. Call someone and dive straight into a random story, memory, or inside joke. Don’t even say hi. Just launch into that time you all got lost on the road trip or the weirdest thing that ever happened at your family reunion. Break the mold. It’s a guaranteed mood booster for both you and whoever’s on the other end.
5. Homesick Happy Hour—Yes, That’s a Thing Now 🍻
Invite your fellow homesick friends (we know you’ve got them) to a virtual happy hour where the theme is home. Everyone brings their favorite drink, snack, or even a story from their hometown. Toast to the places you miss, share some laughs, and remind yourselves why home is worth missing in the first place. It’s a great excuse to laugh, connect, and maybe even shed a nostalgic tear or two (we won’t judge).
6. Plan a Trip Down Memory Lane—Literally ✈️
You’re probably dreaming of the next time you’ll get to go home, right? Instead of just daydreaming, take action. Hop on Google Maps, check out your old neighborhood, or virtually stroll through your favorite hangouts. And yeah, go ahead and start planning that trip—even if it’s months away. There’s something about having a flight booked that makes the homesickness a little more bearable.
A Little Homesick? That’s Okay. 💙
The thing about homesickness is that it never really goes away. It’s always there, in some form or another. But that’s kind of the point, isn’t it? It’s proof that we’re connected to something real, something that matters. And while we can’t always be where we want to be, we can stay connected to the people and places that make home, home.
At KeepCalling, we’re all about making sure you can reach out when you need to, without any hassles. Whether it’s a quick voice call to your mom or a long, heartfelt chat with your best friend from back home, we’ve got your back—because homesickness shouldn’t come with a heavy price tag.
This Homesickness Day, let’s embrace the feels, make the calls, and celebrate the fact that we’ve got something worth missing. Homesickness isn’t a weakness—it’s a superpower. It means you’ve got roots, stories, and people who matter.
So here’s to you, to home, and to all the little moments that keep us connected—even when we’re far away.
Happy Homesickness Day, KeepCalling family. We’re just a call away when you need us.
