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The First 10 Homely Comforts You Notice After Getting Home From College

Thankful for breaks and not having class.

Abigail Smith
Jan 01, 2018
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Believe me, there are a LOT of things that I love about being home from college. This list barely touches the surface, but here it is nonetheless:

1. Name brand toilet paper.

Sometimes, you just can't afford name brand toilet paper that month. It's a sacrifice one is willing to make for Chick-fil-a, but it is also a luxury that one can appreciate when at home.

2. SNACKS.

The amount of snacks that my mom keeps in the pantry is incredible and inspiring.

3. Parking.

It is so nice to not have to worry if my car is getting towed or not. It is also nice to not have to park three miles from my room.

4. Laundry.

I enjoy not having to pay $5.00 to wash two loads of laundry.

5. Home-cooked meals.

Microwave mac-n-cheese does not always cut it.

6. Mom.

It is nice having your mom only two feet away as opposed to a phone call away.

7. Sleeping.

How nice it is to sleep through your regular class time.

8. Shopping.

I mean, I am not going to complain if my mom wants to buy me some new clothes.

9. Did I mention sleeping in?

It's worth mentioning again.

10. Family.

Nothing feels better than the whole family being together again.

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