Regardless of your age or grade in school, this time of year is always anticipated because of the many holiday breaks that students get from school. I know that when I leave Wittenberg for Thanksgiving or Christmas break, I am in a very very happy mood. I am eager to get home and relax with family and friends, and escape from the stresses of school.
Last Tuesday, I was packed to go home the night before and got on the road north to Toledo as soon as I could. However, my mood is the opposite when I ventured south today back towards Springfield. It has always been difficult to leave home after a holiday break. It is just enough time to get settled in to the routine of home; eating home-cooked meals, sleeping in, seeing friends and family, and releasing all ties to school. And then, that comfort is taken right out from underneath you and on you go back to school.
This feeling has not changed. I remember experiencing this infamous holiday break remorse my freshmen year and I felt the same way on my drive back today. The only thing that has changed is my reaction. I remember I cried my freshmen year leaving home after Christmas break. I have thankfully gotten a tad bit tougher when it comes to leaving home. Regardless, I am so thankful for the wonderful Thanksgiving break I had with my family and that is why it is always so hard to leave home.
i still cry every damn time i leave home...
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