if it helps, i’m moving halfway across the country to go to school, and i’m devastated to leave my family. i had to leave my mom, and i cried from the time i got to my dad’s until the time i went to sleep, which was about five hours. my heart had never hurt so badly. i’m very much a homebody, and leaving my family—especially my mom—for so long is proving to be very difficult for me, much more difficult than i planned. in fact, i said goodbye to my sister just thirty minutes ago. i cried then too.
but here’s the thing: i know going away for school is something i’ve always wanted, i know it is the best option for me financially, and i know this is the only time i’ll be granted an opportunity like this. take comfort in knowing nearly all of our classmates will be feeling the same exact way we do, whether they choose to openly show it or not.
you will have a support system of teachers, advisors, and other students to help you through your sadness. use that to your advantage. once you get to colby, i think you’ll really enjoy it, but hey, if you don’t, you always have the option to head back home.
if you ever need someone to talk to—who you know will be feeling the same way you do, don’t be afraid to pm me. you got this. we got this. i’m sending good vibes, love, and support your way.