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A Letter To My Parents From A College Student Returning Home For Summer

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Sophia Elkotni

May 08, 2017

Boston University

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A Letter To My Parents From A College Student Returning Home For Summer

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Dear Mom and Dad,

I know leaving me all alone in an unfamiliar town was scary for you guys, but I just wanted to thank you for this amazing opportunity. I've learned so much these past eight months and I can truly say I am a better person. My newfound independence has allowed me to grow and develop my own beliefs.

Of course, I missed you guys, but you have to understand I loved college. I loved being able to live in the city. I loved all the new friends I made. I loved the food. I loved the freedom. And I feel that coming home will be a struggle for me. And that isn't because I don't love you guys or because I didn't miss you guys. I have just become accustomed to being apart.

I've gotten used to saying up all night, ordering Dominos at unreasonable hours and taking late night walks near the Charles.

In addition, I've been so entertained in college. I've never felt a moment of boredom here. It's going to be strange going home and not having anything to do.

I know you guys love when my room is clean, when I make my bed and when I organize all my clothes, but the truth is my dorm room in college isn't always the cleanest. Sometimes I have so many papers to write and tests to study for I'd rather spend that time being productive than picking up my clothes off the floor.

I've gotten used to having endless possibilities for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If I want ice cream for breakfast, I can have it. If I want to skip lunch and just have dinner, I can do that too.

My sleep schedule has also changed a lot during college. I no longer have to wake up at 6 a.m. every morning to get ready for school. I can sleep in until my classes at 11 and I can stay up all night.

I can go see my friends at any hour of the day. I don't have to plan it ahead of time or ask your permission, I can just go and see them.

What I'm trying to say in this letter is that I've changed a lot and having these expectations that I will just go back to the way I was last summer is unrealistic. I've gotten used to the independence and I hope you guy can give me some and get used to things again. I'm not the same person I was when I left and I hope you can understand that. But I can't wait to see you guys. I missed you all so much.

Love,

Your (favorite) child

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