Leaving Home For Home | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Student Life

Leaving Home For Home

It’s going to be a while until I come back to Creighton, and I’m already missing it so much.

25
Leaving Home For Home

First day coming in, I did not expect that this place would become my home. Hearing from the upperclassmen about how connected I would get to Creighton campus does not make the idea very real to me. I mean, home’s supposed to be where I enjoy time with my family and not have to do homework. But it turned out that I actually dreaded to leave Creighton, even only for three weeks of winter break.

This by no means makes my real home inferior. I’m super excited to see my parents again after four months, embrace them and tell them about everything that I have been through. So much has happened, reshaping and sharpening my personality. But the talks won’t probably last longer than the total number of hours I spend traveling back home (which is 26 hours).

I would probably go visit high school friends some time, but it’s hard to maintain conversations because we don’t even stay in the same environment anymore. Most of my close friends chose to go abroad like me, and they all decided to return home in the summer. So I guess it will be quite hard for all of us.

I can’t believe I would ever say this but I really miss school. Going to class, eating Sodexo’s food, running late because the elevator takes forever to reach my floor and stops at almost every single floor on the way back down. I will also miss chatting, complaining, and laughing with friends, passing by the neutral zone ten times a day, trying to focus on assignments but never really being able to master it.

I already miss faking my mature and professional manner but mostly end up failing terribly, etc. They are all parts of me now. On the second day of the break, without these habits, I already felt partially empty. I might be too emotional, but that’s how I really feel about my first semester at Creighton, and I’m not afraid to express it.

Creighton has now become my second home, half a globe away from the original one. Even though the travel requires a lot in terms of effort, money, and time, I still find it worthy. Eleven months of being away from family help me treasure every moment I have with them, and those moments give me strength to carry on on my own.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

17284
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

7401
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

5433
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

4727
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments