Thanksgiving Apart: When Your College Kid Can’t Come Home - E111

What this episode covers

For a lot of families, Thanksgiving week feels like it should be a given… everyone comes home, the same sides hit the table, the Cowboys disappoint us again. But for some parents of college kids, that mid-November homecoming doesn’t happen.In this episode, Rick and Clancy talk about what it’s like when your student can’t make it home for Thanksgiving and how to stay connected across the miles. From sending care packages and shared movie nights to adjusting family traditions (and expectations), they share real ways to keep the holiday spirit intact… even if the table feels a little emptier this year.🧺 Care packages mentioned in this episode (Amazon affiliate links):Large Variety Snack, Candy & Treats for College Students – https://amzn.to/47DFQDLFrito-Lay Ultimate Snack Care Package – https://amzn.to/4nL5SLfSnack Box Healthy Care Package (35 Count) – https://amzn.to/4oLyYfbCHAPTERS0:00 Intro1:00 Why some college kids can’t come home2:50 When Thanksgiving travel just isn’t possible4:00 Taking Thanksgiving to your kids5:00 Care package ideas that actually land6:10 Movies, music, and shared traditions from afar7:20 The “football connection”8:00 Sending love through food9:30 Loosening your grip on tradition11:00 Handling emotions on both sides13:40 Inviting local students to your table15:00 Using FaceTime and Zoom to stay close16:30 Celebrating Thanksgiving on a different day18:15 Sharing ideas in The Loud Quiet community19:45 Final reflections: be gentle with yourself and your student👋 Share how you’ve handled holidays apart in our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theloudquiet📬 Want more like this? Get new episodes and extras in your inbox: https://theloudquiet.kit.com/signup🎧 Hear all episodes and find your favorite platform: https://www.theloudquiet.comWant to be a guest on The Loud Quiet – Empty Nest Living?Send Rick and Clancy Denton a message on PodMatch:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theloudquiethostDisclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional regarding your specific situation. The opinions expressed by guests are solely theirs and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of the host(s).

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