Hey, family. I miss you.
People underestimate the value of family and the effects they have on a person's everyday life.
Before coming to college, I was one of these people. I loved my family more than anything, but I never expressed that feeling because they were always near me, always present.
Once I left for college, I soon realized how big of an impact my family has had on my life. I miss them more and more every day, but it puts a smile on my face thinking about the times I get to see them next.
When preparing to leave for college, people tell you that you will miss things about home, but they never go into extreme detail.
No one ever tells you that you will soon miss the petty fights you have with your siblings that end in laughter.
No one ever tells you that you will soon miss the family dinners that are sometimes so randomly put together because of all the busy schedules; I'm telling you, you will miss that random pairing of dinner foods.
No one ever tells you that you will soon miss coming home to a family of warm smiles and the biggest hearts; you are on your own in college.
No one ever tells you that you will soon miss doing family activities that you used to think were so lame. I mean, I would give anything to go on a goofy grocery run with my family that I at one point dreaded.
No one ever tells you that you will soon feel left out of that classic family group message because you are no longer around all the time and able to give your opinion on all the family doings.
Lastly, no one ever tells you that you will soon miss the inside jokes you have with your family that no one else will ever be able to understand, regardless of the number of times and ways you try to explain it to them.
As for my family, they mean everything to me. I would not trade them for anything in the world; they have been my rocks through thick and thin, and they are the ones I pray at night to never have to live without.
Family is the one set of people that will never leave your side, will constantly pick you up when you are feeling down, and will always be your biggest supporter.
My family members are the best people I know, and if you ever get lucky to meet one of them, then I hope you appreciate them just as much as I do. They deserve nothing but the utmost love and respect.
I'll see you guys soon, sending love your way.
Love,
Your college kid
