1. The family support we've received all semester.
From phone calls to grocery money, every little bit has helped. Being home for the holidays and surrounded by those who love you the most reminds us all that we could not do it alone.
2. An actual home cooked meal.
Living off of cafeteria food and Ramen gets old real quick. Turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing from mom beats even the best caf meals.
3. The leftovers that will be going back to school with us.
Nothing is quite as exciting as opening the fridge and seeing a real meal you can throw in the microwave.
4. A break from classes and homework.
Five entire days with no labs, lectures, or group projects is a close second to a luxury vacation at this point in the semester.
5. A chance to catch up on all of the sleep we've missed this semester.
Whether it's pulling an all nighter to study for an exam, or loud neighbors who must be nocturnal, there is no such thing as a sleep schedule while away at school.
6. Having some personal space again.
As much as we all love our roommates, having a few days of not fighting over the washing machine or shower is true bliss.
7. Seeing our pets.
College campuses lack in being pet friendly, and our furry friends are at the top of our list of people to see during the holidays. Nobody is ever quite as happy to see us as they are.
8. Catching up with friends we haven't seen since summer.
The friends we make at college are some of the best, but it's always a treat to reconnect with the friends who have known you since childhood.
9. Having a chance to work and restock our bank accounts.
It's no secret that we're all broke. Being able to rack up some Black Friday hours is a blessing in disguise.
10. Being with our siblings.
As much as we hate to admit it, part of us missed fighting over the remote and telling embarrassing childhood stories.
11. Getting to be a kid again.
Being home means we get to forget about "adulting" for a few days and return to life at home. Nothing beats having mom do your laundry for you.
