I get it! I have one who’s going to do an internship in Israel this summer partially hybrid and then as soon as it ends wants to go back to school. But, it’s mainly been because when she’s been here the last year everything has been so restrictive. We’re very covid safe so my kids really haven’t been able to see their friends. When they were home for 2 months during winter break they only were allowed to see friends outside (we live in Chicago!!) or the ones who had antibodies. That wasn’t at all fun for them.
We love going on family vacations however, and no matter where they live after college whether here or some other city, we will definitely be visiting and seeing one another regularly.
You should be proud that you brought up a son who is independent and willing to take risks. Going away for the summer doesn’t mean forever and he’s working for his career not to just have a job to have a job. You should be patting yourself on the back! Hugs!