6 Things Every College Student Wants Their Parents To Know
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6 Things Every College Student Wants Their Parents To Know

I'm so overwhelming grateful for you.

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6 Things Every College Student Wants Their Parents To Know
Julia O'Regan

1. I'm going to try to do everything

Okay, Okay, I know eight clubs and organizations, a double major, a double minor, and Honors sounds like a lot, but you taught me to try my absolute best in everything I do. You taught me never to quit. I know I didn't put myself out there as much as I should have in high school, so this is me making up for that. I want the all emcompassing experience you got out of college. I don't want to miss anything.

2. I'm going to make mistakes

These are called the best and worst years of your life for a reason. I'm going to make stupid decisions sometimes, but I'm trying to learn how to stand on my own without you, as hard as it may be. I'll do my best to remember what you taught me, and reassure myself that you are still there supporting me every step of the way.

3. I may not call you as much as I should...

It's not because I don't want to talk to you, or I've forgotten about you. If I call you, odds are I'm going to get homesick, and it's better to wait a little longer for that next call. I know you'd want me to enjoy myself, but it can be hard sometimes when you're not here.

4. ...but I most definitely still need you

Sometimes I just need a hug from you after a bad day, but I'll just have to make do with your voice over the phone until the next trip home.

5. I miss you every second I'm away from home

Please don't ever think for a second that I don't miss you. I'm having the time of my life away at school with people I love, but I still count down the days that I get to go home and see you. Waiting months at a time to see you can make bad days seem even worse, but I know I'll feel that much better when I come home again.

6. I'm so grateful for everything you've given me

I can't tell you how overwhelmingly grateful I am to you. You've given me the opportunity to even call myself a college student, let alone allow me to go to a school that I love. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to shine in life, I just hope I'm able to make you proud.

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