I learned that I love living on my own. It's nice to have my own space to live in. But, I also learned it's really hard. I don't have all the perks I did living at home. Being home for Winter break showed me that I am absolutely spoiled at home compared to living at college.
Yummy home cooked meals.
My Mom is an amazing cook. She can literally cook anything and it's always amazing. Every Saturday I wake up to a nice home cooked breakfast.
So many snacks!
My Mom always has an over abundance of snacks at home. Fruit, chips, cookies, and so much more. In my budget at school, I only have money for real food like eggs.
Being with family during the holidays.
I love being around my family even though they're completely nuts. I always miss them throughout the school year. Being able to have so much time off to spend with my family for the holidays is definitely a pro of being home for break. Holidays are so much more fun when you don't have to worry about going back to school right away.
You don't have to walk in the cold.
Honestly, I love walking around campus. I look at it as extra exercise but in the cold, it's not so fun. At home, the most I have to walk in the cold is to my car that's in the driveway.
Better WiFi and free printing.
GiphyEverything internet related is so much better. Netflix streaming is flawless at home. It's perfect for binging Netflix or streaming movies. Also, printing is FREE. While I'm home, I print pictures and random things I probably don't even need to print but will because it's free... at least for me (sorry Dad).
Seeing hometown friends.
Hometown friends is always a great part about coming home. Chilling and relaxing in one of our basements brings old memories back. I love catching up with them and seeing what they're doing with their lives.
Not going out every weekend.
It's pretty hard not to go out every weekend at college. At home, you're home almost every weekend. It's actually so relaxing not being worried about going somewhere. Movie nights with my dog and my boyfriend is my go to winter break weekend.
Saving money.
I save so much money when I'm at home. I don't have to buy groceries and I don't go out as much. If I do go out to eat, usually Mom and Dad cover the bill. Thanks Mom & Dad.
You don't have to do your own laundry or pay for it.
Doing laundry at school is a pain. It costs money and it's just not the same as home washed clothes. My Mom takes care of my laundry, although, I do help her.
Sleeping in your own bed.
I sleep like a baby in my home bed. My school bed is just fine but it took awhile to get used to it. I could stay in my home bed everyday of break if I could.
Don't take advantage of being home for the holidays. Spend time with your family, friends, and spend time relaxing. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and have a wonderful break!
