The narrator expresses a deep affection for Boston and their medical studies but acknowledges that it doesn’t feel like home. Home is defined as Dublin, where they share cherished memories and connections with their best friend. The comfort and familiarity of their past experiences stand in stark contrast to their current situation.

While they have met new friends in Boston, these relationships lack the depth and history of their childhood friendships. The narrator reminisces about playful moments that shaped their bonds, highlighting how those shared experiences create a sense of belonging that is missing now. This longing for genuine friendship and shared memories underscores their feelings of homesickness.