22/06/2023
No, this isn't from move-in day. I took this pic three weeks ago when we moved my son out of his dorm. He's not returning to his (now former) four year college. I'm proud of him for realizing that while his chosen university is amazing, it wasn't a good fit for him at this time.
He gave this a lot of thought over his winter break and is going to attend a local, community college to pursue a degree in Automotive Technologies. He's loved cars since he could walk, so I think this will be a great path for him. As we were leaving, being the funny guy that he is, he said, "I will miss being here, but I will definitely not miss the 2AM fire alarms."
All I've ever wanted is for my boy to be happy. This was entirely his decision, and he's very excited for this next chapter. I think my brother may have put it best ... college is all about figuring out what you like, and what you don't like. So now, he's realized what he doesn't want to do and is moving on to what he DOES want to pursue.
There is NO shame in trade schools and/or community college! I've no doubt he will fly high and succeed, and I'm so very PROUD of him