Years have passed since my brothers have left me all alone, and just when they seem to be coming back, I’m moving away.
I realized in fifth grade that Steven would be gone for a long time. He still has a year left in dental school before he moves back to Arkansas. But this is a brother I haven’t really seen since he used me to get him dates! In just a year he’ll be back in Fayetteville! But I’ll be in Conway.
My brother Mason is back from California, living in an apartment in Fayetteville. I get to see him once a week at least, which is so exciting for me! He’s been home for a year and a half, and I’ve gotten to hang out with him more often. But, I’m moving to Conway.
The person I am closest to in this entire world is moving back to attend school at the U of A, my brother Luke. Luke and I grew close when I was in ninth grade. I told him everything and we hung out almost every night! However, when the time for college came, he moved to Oklahoma which left me all alone. I still see him once a month…ish. But just as he comes back and I can see him again, I’m moving to Conway.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m excited for college at UCA and to study psychology, but I’ll miss those people I’ve missed for years. I’d be okay if they were still so far away but to have them back just to leave myself, is sad in a way.
I love my brothers more than anyone. They look out for me, protect me, keep me safe. I know this is just a part of allowing me to grow, but I can’t help but miss them even with a month left.