Winter break is one of the hardest times to be single, besides the dreaded "Valentines Day". Every where you go it's either a "Kay" commercial pledging every guy to "begin a kiss with Kay", or constant re-runs of "Love Actually" on major networks. It's actually like Valentines Day, drawn out for over a month. And with college's not starting back till late January...it's going to be a long month of "Single Girl" struggles.
1. The minute you come back, BAM, ex-boyfriends crawl out from everywhere-
You are barely home (maybe even within minutes) and your phone already has the little, "Hey, I saw you are in town. Maybe we could get together...just as friends" text from your Ex...(you remember... the one who made you cry and took advantage of you over the summer, who told you that life isn't like a movie).
Girl, smile and close that phone. He isn't worth your time. Remember all those guys back at school who treat you a million times better. (Especially that crush you have had your eye one)
2. The realization that living under your parent's roof is not working for you anymore-
From "Who left their dishes in the sink?" to "What are your plans tonight?", within two days of being home you realize that coming home after graduation just isn't an option. You realize how much freedom school has given you and these few weeks are going to be like you were 5 years old again. ("Don't forget to turn the lights off when you are done in a room.") UGH....
3. The ability to watch an abundant amount of romance related Netflix-
Whether it's One Tree Hill reruns or romantic comedies, you have made the world of fictional characters your portal into love. And by the end of the break, you will have rehearsed several future love moments in your head based off of the countless Leonardo Dicaprio kisses you have seen.
Boys, get practicing!
4. Crush Separation Depression-
You were just getting close to your crush at the end of the semester. You know, you have him hooked but haven't had the chance to seal the deal. But that doesn't mean that right before break you both weren't sharing hugs, long conversations, and stares. You now have to wait a month to see him again, and the thought of going that long without seeing his gorgeous face is sad...I mean really sad.
How are you going to go without those kisses on the check he gives you?---I for one, have no idea.
5. You eat junk food because...no one's seeing this body anytime soon-
It's such a toss up. Part of you wants to kick yourself into Victoria's Secret shape, then the other part of you says, "Hey, who cares?" and you grab another Oreo.
6. You dress-up to go anywhere to let the people in your hometown know you got your life together-
Whether it's going to the grocery store or even running an errand with your mom, that's a prime place to look fabulous for someone you want to see you in "Tip Top" shape (i.e. ex-boyfriend or girl you hate from high school). So you find yourself taking 1 hour to get ready to go to Wal-mart....it's ok.
But hey, if your ex-boyfriend gets jealous...then it was well worth the extra effort.
7. You become dysfunctional without your bestie-
A month without your girl is torture. Your mom isn't up on all the boy talk and siblings certainly aren't interested in hearing your gush about that guy in accounting (who they don't even know). Who is going to eat crappy Chinese with you and drink wine while watching a cheesy lifetime movie?
Chances are you are going to call your bestie at least 3 times (Twice probably in tears and then the other time to tell her about a ridiculous event that just occurred).
8. You realize all your friends are either engaged, married, or have a kid-
...and your just over hear...still waiting for a first date.
9. Your Friday nights are not ideal-
Whether it's babysitting, sulking in your bedroom in the dark, or watching a corny Dateline rerun with your parents, your Friday nights surely aren't as exciting as they are during the semester. You find yourself flashing back to those nights at the club where that guy asked you for a dance or you and your girls went for IHop after a late night on the town and gushed about all the hot guys you met that night.
And now...you are just trying to make sure the baby goes down for a nap....THRILLING.
10. Home really isn't home anymore-
The biggest thing you probably realize when you are home is that "Home" isn't really home anymore. All your friends have moved on and the entire town has transformed. But most importantly, you have changed. You aren't the girl you were in high school. You have become so much more. You have learned so much. Suddenly, even your bedroom doesn't have the same safe & sound feeling.
Maybe...you have finally found a new home.
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