I cried because I knew for certain that I was leaving home, and abruptly, I did not know if it was such a good idea- I realized that I, like my parents, had never believed I'd actually go.
In the book "Prep" by Curtis Sittenfeld, the protagonist experiences a moment of profound realization as she prepares to leave home. She reflects on the emotional weight of this transition, feeling a deep sadness about departing from the place she has always known. This moment serves as a turning point, as she grapples with uncertainty about her decision to go away, questioning whether it was the right choice.
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