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June 9, 2020
This Letter From a College Freshman to Parents Will Make You Cry
There I was, two nights before move in day relaxing in bed and about to fall asleep when the soft and fuzzy feeling previously associated with leaving suddenly disappeared. My mind flooded with all the change I was about to encounter as a college freshman and people who would be left behind. No one warned me…
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How to Pack for College: 10 Tips For Your Freshman [Photos]
With a summer of planning, shopping and endless list making ahead- there is no reason why your soon to be college freshman can’t tackle the work! I admit that as we prepped for college last summer I imagined it all to be a bonding experience. However, as freshman move in came closer last fall, our…
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June 7, 2020
What NOT to Buy Dorm Shopping: Don’t Waste Money on These 17 Frivolous Purchases
About a month before my daughter left for college we spent a fun day shopping together for items for her dorm room. And by fun I mean expensive. The amount of dorm purchases she needed – or thought she needed – was staggering. When it came time to pack it all up and stuff it…
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How to Put Together the Most Complete First Aid Kit For Your College Student
A first aid kit is on every “dorm essentials” list and we recommend packing your own for a college-bound kid rather than buying a pre-made one off the shelf. This list, from a pharmacist and mom, has everything, and we mean EVERYTHING, they’ll need. Note: We are a reader-supported site and receive compensation from purchases…
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The Most Complete First Aid Kit For College Students, Ever!
A first aid kit is on every “dorm essentials” list and we recommend packing your own for a college-bound kid rather than buying a pre-made one off the shelf. This list, from a pharmacist and mom, has everything, and we mean EVERYTHING, they’ll need. Note: We are a reader-supported site and receive compensation from purchases…
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21 Ways To Save Time And Money Shopping for College
Look at your kid, your actual real kid. What is important to her? Does feeling “at home” impact her happiness? Is he a terrible sleeper who needs a comfortable bed? Is she indifferent to lots of clothing so the dresser provided is adequate? Is he bringing expensive musical equipment that will need to be protected?…
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June 5, 2020
Dorm Decor: How to Help Your Freshman Create the Cutest Dorm Room Ever (2020)
Depending on your budget you might want to help give your teen’s dorm room an upgrade. Here are some extras which can make any dorm feel cozier and a bit more like home. Check the Residence Life section of the college website to find out what items are prohibited before making a mistake on a decor…
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Dorm Decor: Dozens of Cute New Ideas Your Freshman Will Love (2020)
Depending on your budget you might want to help give your teen’s dorm room an upgrade. Here are some extras which can make any dorm feel cozier and a bit more like home. Check the Residence Life section of the college website to find out what items are prohibited before making a mistake on a decor…
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June 3, 2020
We Never Thought Our Son Would Graduate; We Count Our Blessings
On this day four years ago, I got the phone call every parent dreads most — my son, a thousand miles away at college, was involved in a serious accident. He had been driving a motorcycle I didn’t know he owned, through the winding mountain roads of Pennsylvania when an elderly man in a pickup truck pulled…
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Five Creative DIY Ideas to Show Your Loved Ones You Care
These days our loved ones may be feeling more isolated than they ever have. Giving small gifts to friends or family members who are having a hard time is a small but effective way to connect with those you love and care about. A gift from someone you love is a physical representation of thoughtfulness and…
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