We've had our independence for three months now.

So going home is a blessing and a curse. I get to sleep in my own bed, snuggle with my cat, and not have assignments for at least a week.

But there are things at Thanksgiving that I would rather not be asked by relatives...

1. "How is school going?"

I don't sleep. I eat the same thing every day. I have no money. I'm stressed out all the time. My mental health is plummeting because of the lack of motivation to complete tasks, it's dark in the morning when I go to my 8 am and pitch black when I come out of my class at 4:30. I ran out of flex two weeks ago, and I have a fire drill once a week at 4 am. It's great, thanks for asking.

2. "I see you got some new tattoos..."

Let me stop you there. Yes I know they last forever. Yes, I do like them. No, I don't regret getting them. But how is the China sitting in your cabinet you use once a year, Stephanie?

3. "Little kids go first!"

EXCUSE ME?!? I think I just spit out my apple cider. I eat the same thing every day because of the limited choices I have at school. If I do try something new, it's not even warm by the time I get to the front of the line, and I can't remember the last time I had a home-cooked meal. So if getting to go first means I have to ACT like a little kid too, here comes my temper tantrum.

4. "Any new boys/girls?"

I don't really leave my room unless I have to go to class. Boys in college are disgusting and girls lack respect for themselves. So, no, not really.

5. "Any new jobs?"

What do you mean "any new jobs?" I'm a full-time student. Is sleeping a job? That's all I really have going for me. Don't be too disappointed.

6. "Are you excited for the future?"

If the future includes taking classes that don't count towards my major, sleep deprivation, applying to 10 grad schools, trying to keep up my grades, and trying to balance a social life, then no.