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[realmenknitplushies]

Hi. Got a question. It's more for people who've been here longer, but if anyone's got advice, it's cool.

Can't really believe I'm asking this, but - does anyone have any ideas for what to do when you miss your family? I try to talk to ma, but it doesn't always work. And I can't just keep ringing home.

[Yeah, if anyone's seen Kanji shouting into a phone, that's what he means by 'doesn't work'.]

I mean, I'm alright. It's not a big deal overall. But any tips?

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[realmenknitplushies]

Things that remind you of home? Yeah, that makes sense. I do try and find time to do those kind of things when I can, but man, it's kind of hard sometimes.

E-mail makes sense too.

[presto_turn]

I think it starts to get easier once you've settled in some. Even after you get to know everyone, it's still a new place, so...

Do you think you'll be able to go back home on breaks? Thanksgiving here isn't that far off, even if it's just a weekend.

[realmenknitplushies]

Well, it's not the first time I've moved. I kind of know the routine. It just sucks being on my own.

Forgot about Thanksgiving. Huh. Probably depends how much the plane fare is. But man, I really don't like flying.

[presto_turn]

I know saying it like this doesn't help, but the feeling like you're on your own part goes away. For most people, at least, if you give it time.

Sorry, that's not even advice, is it?

[realmenknitplushies]

Not really. And I know it's going to get better. It's just right now.