Yes, we are home for the summer. No, we do not have our lives figured out yet. As we adjust to the move from independent living to hanging out back around the nest, here are eleven things that all college students are tired of hearing.
1. "How were your classes this semester?"
We don't feel like reciting numerous class descriptions over and over.
2. "How have you been?"
Well, we have been in a whirlwind of emotions for the past three months, mostly stress. But you don't want to hear that.
3. "What are your plans for the summer?"
If we are home right now, we probably don't have any solidified plans. Please let us wallow in silence.
4. "Are you ready for (insert class year here) year?"
No, we are not excited that we are one year closer to graduating.
5. "What's your major again?"
You really don't know by now?
6. "Any romantic prospects?"
Nope, college relationships suck.
7. "What are your post-graduation plans?"
We are still trying to figure that out too.
8. "What do you want to do with your life?"
See also number 6.
9. "How are your grades?"
College is hard. Leave us alone.
10. "Have you been behaving yourself?"
Do you really want to know the answer to that question?
11. "Are you happy to be home for the summer?"
We don't quite know how to answer that. We'd be happier if you stopped asking us questions.