Turkey break – first time home

Michelle:
Fall term is over! Fall exams – over. It was time for a little break, something we call Thanksgiving. After exams were over, I took a flight back home and the family drove to see my grandparents. I spent a few days there mostly talking, eating, playing cards, and watching movies. Thanksgiving dinner was one [...]

Dear Valerie: Helping you with a (your?) Parent’s Point of View

Dad:

We had a nice comment from reader “Valerie” a few days ago. In her comment, she says “The only reason my parents think I shouldn’t go is that they would really miss me if I did” and “They understand it would be a great opportunity, but there is also the cost (to consider)” [...]