I Just Left My College Freshman Alone In Her Dorm, And I Can’t Stop Crying

It’s hard enough under normal circumstances, but a global pandemic only makes “goodbyes” that much harder

Martie Sirois

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It was 2005 and Moms were all gathered in the school parking lot, crying. Hugging. Comforting each other. As I approached, I couldn’t help but chuckle a bit. “It’s…

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Martie Sirois

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