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From : “Sandi Warren”
To : "Stephanie Warren"
Subject : Just a quick question…
Date : Tues, 18 Aug 2009 09:48:07
Dear Steph,
I know you’re busy with orientation activities until 11:30 tonight, but I just had to drop you a line and say that I hope you’re having a great time in college. You father and I are so proud of you, and I know you’re going to take that place over within the next few weeks. If not, remember your bedroom is still available.
Sammy is still mourning. I keep finding him on your bed if we neglect him too long. You are still coming home for your fall break, right? I promised him you’d be home in six weeks, and you can’t disappoint a Scottie.
I actually emailed to ask about a book I found under the couch today. Do you want Little Women with you? I can send it if you want.
Have fun today! We love you!
Mom
From : "Stephanie Warren"
To : “Sandi Warren”
Subject : RE:Just a quick question…
Date : Tues, 18 Aug 2009 23:31:37
Mom and Dad,
Orientation is a blast! Today we went on service projects, and I pulled weeds out of the nursing home parking lot for two hours. Exhausting, but fun.
Tell Sammy to keep my bed warm for me. I wish they allowed pets in the dorms.
I don’t think I’ll need Little Women this semester. Don’t bother sending it.
Gonna crash. We start up at 7 in the morning, then classes start Thursday!
Steph
From : “Sandi Warren”
To : "Stephanie Warren"
Subject : Happy first day of classes!
Date : Thurs, 20 Aug 2009 07:18:59
Dear Steph,
It was so great to talk to you last night. Sounds like you’ve already made some great friends. Maybe you can bring a few home for a weekend sometime. We’ve got sleeping bags and plenty of floor space.
I was wondering about some old drawings of yours I found. Some of them could be really cute to hang on your wall at school. Would you like me to send them? If not, I’m thinking of putting them up in your room here. I know you said it’s the guest room now, but I still think you should feel at home when you visit.
Also, you mentioned last night that your roommate stays up later than you do. I’m going shopping today and I’ll pick up a pack of earplugs to send with the drawings. You’ll need your sleep, what with those 8 a.m. classes.
Give us a call tonight. We want to hear all about it!
Love,
Mom
From : "Stephanie Warren"
To : “Sandi Warren”
Subject : RE:Happy first day of classes
Date : Thurs, 20 Aug 2009 22:59:08
Don’t bother with the drawings or the earplugs. I’m doing great.
I’ll try to call tomorrow, we’re on our way out for a food run to Taco Bell, and won’t be back until late.
Steph
Bzzzzz.Bzzzzz.Bzzzzz.
“Mom?”
“How was Fine Arts?”
“Hang on a sec, I’m trying to unlock my door.” Muffled jangle of keychain. “I’m not sure I’ll be able to stay awake in that class.”
“Well, it does come in the middle of the afternoon and right after English Comp. Bad timing.”
Slight pause.
“Sheesh, I think you know my class schedule better than I do.”
“Just have to know when I can call. Wouldn’t want your phone to ring in the middle of Statistics, would you?”
“No, but…”
“So, I was wondering this morning about your dresser. Is the one in the dorm working okay? Because I just hate that you had to leave this one behind, especially after all the work you did painting it to match your comforter. I could convince your father to make a weekend road trip up to deliver it and save you from cafeteria food for a few meals.”
Sigh.
“My dresser here is fine, Mom.”
“Are you alright, honey? You sound stressed. Lots of homework?”
“No. Mom?”
“Yes?”
“The nest is empty, okay?
Long silence.
“What are you talking about?”
“You’re… hovering, Mom. If I had some binoculars, I could probably see you fluttering around the dorm right now. I’m at college. The nest is empty.”
Longer silence. Muffled sniffle. Sigh.
“Then you’d better collect your feathers. This house is still full of your stuff.”
“I’ll be home in six weeks for break.”
“Promise?”
“You can’t disappoint a Scotty.
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