For some, this could be the first time moving back home for the summer. For others this could be their third or fourth time back in the nest. From my own experience, making the transition from a house filled with 10 of my best friends in the college town I love so much to my parents house is an adjustment to say the least.
The fact of the matter is, you're life at home will never live up to your life at school. And that kind of sucks. But living at home makes you appreciate your college lifestyle.
Hometown social life
You’re rarely bored at college because of the ongoing options of things to do, places to go and people to be with. At home your social life slows down. Having to reconnect with high school friends that you don’t have much in common with anymore can be hard. This can lead to hanging out with the new roomies aka mom and dad. If going out to eat with you parents has become the highlight of your week, I can relate. But it’s really not as bad as it sounds. Free rent AND food? Doesn’t sound like a bad gig to me.
Full time job
Remember back in high school when summer actually felt like a break? Summer is a break from classes and for that I’m thankful but if you’re a college student, summer means making money. The 30-40 work hour week can be a grind. Keep in mind that it’s only for the summer—until you graduate and then that will be the new normal (sorry).
Going out during the week isn’t a thing
The thing about living at home for the summer, or being at home in general, is that going out during the week just doesn’t happen. Considering the summer job, it’s probably for the best, but doesn’t mean we can’t feel a little broken inside.
Day drinking becomes unacceptable
For many reasons, one being your full-time job, day drinking will most likely not happen nor will it be acceptable. But let’s be honest, darties belong in college towns and college towns only.
“Darty at my parents' house!” …No.
Being away from your college friends
As cliché as it sounds, your friends at school really do start to feel like family. When you’re not at class, you’re with your roommates almost every waking second of every day. Whether it’s studying, making dinner, grocery shopping or working out, you can bet you won’t be doing it alone. The constant togetherness can be a little overwhelming at times, but it’s something you can’t help but appreciate when you’re away for the summer.
