"I’m gonna miss you pumpkin," Dad said wrapping his arms around me. I sighed softly loving his warmth that lasted a little longer than supposed to. I knew Dad wouldn’t let me go that easily so I said "It’s time to let go, Dad."

He didn’t listen to me so I just pulled out of the hug.

Dad sighed "Do you have to go now?"

"Unfortunately, I do."

"Or you can just stay home here with me. It would be great. I’ll take you to class every day and you won’t miss out on anything." He said. ...