"This is my son's sophomore year at a university more than 1,000 miles from our home. While it was initially a tough transition to send our only child away, the empty nest pangs are not nearly as bad now. I only misted up a tad during drop-off this August, instead choosing to focus on how happy he is - and on all of his academic and personal growth."
"When he was younger, our Thanksgivings looked exactly as one might expect. Our extended family held massive dinners to mark the holiday, with turkey, ham, and every imaginable trimming. It was a time he got to connect with his cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. We never missed one of those special celebrations. From extended post-dinner board games to turkey trot jogs and touch football games when the weather permitted, we had a lot of fun."
The son is a sophomore attending a university more than 1,000 miles from home and chose to stay on campus for Thanksgiving because finals were imminent. The parents now fly to California to visit him for the holiday instead of expecting him to come home. The initial transition to college was difficult, but empty-nest feelings have eased as the son shows academic and personal growth. The family previously enjoyed large traditional Thanksgivings with extended relatives, games, and outdoor activities, creating lasting memories. As a freshman, the son adjusted to a heavier course load and prioritized studying during breaks.
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