10. They miss you.
You’re busy keeping up with life and they probably are too, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have time to miss those days when you still lived with them.
9. Be honest, you miss them too.
Go on. Admit it.
8. Believe it or not, they were young once.
Hearing about some of your more tame college shenanigans will bring back their own memories of youthful debauchery.
7. Everything you do is interesting to them.
You’re their kid. Even if you haven’t done anything lately besides walk to class, walk to the library, and walk home, they still want to hear about it.
6. If they have an empty nest, they might be feeling lonely.
It’s hard for parents when all their kids have moved out. Let them know you still care by giving them a call.