According to Webster

Hiatus  

[hi-ae-tus]
A gap or interruption in space, time, or continuity; a break:

“i.e. Our blog was on HIATUS while my parents were visiting.

 

Mollycoddle

[mol-ee-kod-l]

To spoil, indulge, cosset.

–verb (used with object) 2. to coddle; pamper. 

 “i.e. I enjoyed being MOLLYCODDLED while my parents were visiting”

 

Derelict  

[der-uh-likt]

Left or deserted, as by the owner or guardian; abandoned:

“i.e. I feel so DERELICT since my parents left”

 

Thanks

[θæŋk]

To express gratitude, appreciation, or acknowledgment to another

“i.e. THANKS Mom and Dad! It really was great to have you here!”