A few weeks after I got home, Trish let me know she was leaving school and transferring to a local college for her senior year. Her mom was sick and she wanted to be closer to home. I felt horrible for her but that left me scrambling for a roommate. Trish and I had a special connection and I was going to miss her. I could only wish I'd find another roommate like her. I spent most of the summer working and saving up money so I didn't have to worry about finances when I got back to school. I did save time to contact some friends with benefits but...