Moving out of my parent's house was the best thing I could have ever done for myself. College was rough at first, but once I adjusted to my "adult" life and learned that grades were more important than partying it was great. I'm going to get my degree soon, and my live in girlfriend Brittany couldn't be happier. We have been a great team for three years now, and once I finish residency and get a decent income I'm going to marry her.
My family does not know about Brittany, and as far as I'm concerned they never will, except Alice. I'll introduce her to Britt once she moves out of our parent's house.
Buying a plane ticket home was the worst feeling in the world. Not being able to afford my own hotel had to be the cherry on the shit sundae. Poor Britt had to constantly pep talk me the whole week leading up to the flight.
"I'll Skype with you every night. It's for your sister, not your parents. It means a lot to her."