Sicily Thanksgiving weekend was almost here and my mother’s call was a clear reminder of it. I saw her name on the screen and quickly answered it. “Hello, sweetheart. I was just calling to remind you about the Thanksgiving dinner this weekend,” she said, cheerily. “Yes, Mom. I will remind Levi and let you know when we are flying there,” I replied with a smile on my face. Seeing my family for the holidays would make my day. I miss them, even if it has only been a couple of months. “Great. Your father and I will prepare the room for you and your guest,” she said, insinuating Levi and I will stay in the same room. My mother was open minded, but I was still wary of her letting us share a room in our home. As soon as I hung up, I looked at the board where our exam result

