<p>I’m someone else who went to college far away from home, and not once in four years did I go home for Thanksgiving. Everybody definitely does NOT do this. And I was not unusual; many fellow students were in the same boat. </p>
<p>OP, I understand how you feel. But I think it’s good to tough out the separation. A quick trip home in the middle of the semester is exhausting and stressful. It won’t clarify anything important about your choices, and it will just throw you off your stride. The semester will pass very quickly and before you know it, you will be coming home for the semester break. It really will go very, very quickly. Do not fret about this. Stay busy and get involved on your campus. The time will fly.</p>