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Seven Struggles Of Going Home For Thanksgiving

Yes, it is great to see your family and eat great food, but these visits almost always come with a few struggles.

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Seven Struggles Of Going Home For Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It's a time for turkey, pumpkin pie, and a whole lot of family time. As nice as it is to go home, there are always those struggles that accompany a family visit after you've been fending for yourself for a while.

Talking About School

Sorry Grandma, but I really don't want to talk about my human physiology class. I came home to get away from science major talk. I just want to stuff my face in silence. Love you though.

"Any Boys In Your Life?"

Yes I have a boyfriend. No you don't need to know his social security number.

There Is NO Peace and Quiet


Even though I came home to see the fam, I still need some time to relax and not feel guilty about being lazy. Oh that's not allowed? Alrighty then.

Having To Wake Up Early

Parents at 9 a.m: "Get up. You've already slept half the day away." This is my time to catch up on a semesters worth of sleep dammit.

Having No Where To Sleep

If your household is like mine, my bedroom is long gone. I pass out in my little brothers bed if I'm lucky, but a lot of the time I wake up to my dog licking my face because I'm sleeping on the couch.

Gaining Ten Pounds From All The Good Food

Yes, thanksgiving is a time for eating, but this is especially true for us college kids. We basically prepare to hibernate for winter. Elastic waist bands are a must.

But even with all of the awkward moments and repetitive conversations, you enjoy every minute of it and never want to leave.


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