With Thanksgiving coming up, I’m sure most college students have encountered an army of relatives asking about school and other topics at Thanksgiving parties. Each question is paired with a "Gossip Girl" scene to depict my facial expressions that go with my responses, and let’s pretend that I’m Blair in each instance. Here are a few questions that I’ve been asked at various family parties, but especially at Thanksgiving, and my desired responses.
1. “How’s school going?”
*groans* It’s… going. I haven't dropped out yet. I just take it a day at a time, mostly.
2. More specifically, “How are classes going this semester?”
I can’t wait for winter break. Please don’t say the word “classes” again. I’m on a break, and trying not to think about school.
3. “Are you dating anyone?”
Do I have a plus one standing next to me? Okay, you answered your own question.
4. When I say no, “Have you met any cute boys lately?
I’m not in college to meet boys. I’m here to study and get a degree.
5. “What are your plans for a future job or career?
Actually, I have no idea what I’m doing tomorrow, so I don’t really have set plans. Thanks for bringing it up.
6. “What year of college are you in?”
*responds* “Really?” yes. really.
7. “Are you ready to graduate?”
HAHAHA. Good one.
8. “How old are you again?”
A year older than the last time you asked me.
9. “Have you gained weight? / Have you lost weight?”
Please stop. If you wouldn’t want someone to ask you, don’t ask someone else.
10. “Are you staying out of trouble?”
What am I, five?
11. Relatives that are more involved in your life may ask, “How are your roommates doing?”
Um, good? They’re surviving as much as I am, skating through certain days and procrastinating on others. Maybe I'll make it to graduation.
