D-Day: College Dorm Drop-Off and Beyond
Was the first college dorm drop-off the stuff of legends? Actually, it felt remarkably normal, even as everything is changing, now.
Was the first college dorm drop-off the stuff of legends? Actually, it felt remarkably normal, even as everything is changing, now.
You thought your kid getting into college was the end of the decision-making, but now you have a whole new set of decisions to make! Like, college dining plans.
Did your college student’s first foray into the bookstore cause palpitations? Take heart! While there are lots of options, that means lots of savings, too.
Preparing your kid for college is more than shopping and packing and pep talks; they also need to know that if things are rough, it will still be okay.
Who knew that helping my pack rat kid dig out her room before college would actually make me laugh?
There’s the official packing list, and then there’s what should go to college with your kid because they’ll thank you for it once they’re there.
A reader with a new college freshman wants my take on those college care package services; Here’s my breakdown of the pros and cons of these services.
Has a case of senioritis arrived at your house? Don’t wave it off; talk early and often about these last few months before graduation.
How do you put together a first aid kit for your college kid? With a little time and thought, and they’ll thank you later.
Beyond the sheets and towels and desk lamps, there’s one must-have tool you can give to your college freshman before they leave: resilience.
Getting ready for your college freshman’s first (or first longer) return to home? There’s much for which to be thankful, starting with having a game plan.
I thought I was ready for my college freshman to spend Winter Break with us, but I really had no idea what we were both in for, I guess.