Student Longs for Indifference of College Roommate

Despite spending an entire semester pining for the comfort and warmth of her family’s home, sophomore Rachel Nimitz has found herself longing to return to the cold neglect of her college roommate and escape the smothering affection of her parents.

Having looked forward to winter break since August, Nimitz was eager to return to her hometown and loving family for a relaxing break from school. Like most students, she wanted the chance to catch up on some sleep and Netflix while eating ice cream straight from the container. However, Nimitz’s optimism about her family getting along slowly waned and eventually dissipated. Her family’s incessant bickering wore her down into a shell of the person she once was. Their quirky mannerisms that were endearing on phone calls are now infuriating in person.

“I love my parents, but their relationship terrifies me,” said Nimitz. “I don’t know why they’re still together when it’s obvious they hate each other. I care deeply about my siblings, but I am beginning to think they’re psychopaths. I feel so guilty for feeling this way because I know they all love me so much.”

Nimitz says she now fantasizes about the life she shares with her roommate, who she isn’t friends with on Facebook.

“Molly doesn’t ask me when I’ll be home, because she ‘just can’t sleep until I’m home safe,’” Nimitz said. “Molly doesn’t ask me who I’m texting or comment on my life choices or mock my political views. We’re just two strangers who share a kitchen, and I miss her deeply.”

 

— Mugdown Staff