Lisa Endlich's Blog, page 44
January 10, 2024
Our Journey From Having an Only Child to a Family of Four
Having an only child for almost 12 years was my greatest blessing and accomplishment, but we always intended to grow our family. My son, Cale was born during the recession of 2009 and to say life was crazy and unpredictable would be an understatement. He was the light and joy that everyone needed to stay…
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January 9, 2024
40 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Teens and College Students (2024)
Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to send a college care package or surprise your kiddo with a small but unique gift. Sending one of these presents is a way to show your older kids that you are thinking of them on this day of love…and every day. Note: We are a reader-supported site and…
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Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Teens and College Students (2024)
Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to send a college care package or surprise your kiddo with a small but unique gift. Sending one of these presents is a way to show your older kids that you are thinking of them on this day of love…and every day. Note: We are a reader-supported site and…
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January 8, 2024
The 5 Best Dorm Laundry Baskets of 2024
When you live in a college dorm, laundry day can be daunting. Making time between classes, studying, and socializing to schlep your dirty clothes (and twin XL sheets) to the laundry room, finding an available washer, and separating your lights and darks is tough. What helps? One of the best dorm laundry baskets. A good…
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16 Essentials for a Study Abroad Packing List
The holidays may be over, but study abroad students are just starting to gear up for their travels. As a parent of a soon-to-be traveler, it can be daunting trying to ensure your student is prepared for the exciting new adventures they are about to embark on whether they’re heading to Italy or Costa Rica.…
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Three Things Your College-Bound Senior Needs to Hear from You
College applications are behind you. Your senior has decided which university to attend in the fall. It’s time to celebrate! And now is also a great time to take inventory of your relationship with your high-school senior. There’s been a lot of preparation for this moment in your child’s life and you’ve both put a significant amount…
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Seven Ways I Parent Better After Losing My Son
When my first child died, I was devastated. I knew that life would never be the same, but what I couldn’t know was all the ways that losing my son would impact the way I parented my remaining children. I think it is common for parents to struggle with survivor guilt when a child passes…
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How to Help Your Teen Walk Away From the Admissions Process with Pride
The admissions process is well underway. Many Seniors have received decisions from early action and early decision applications and they continue to navigate final, regular decision deadlines. The college counseling office where I work is bustling with students’ energy as they seek guidance or reassurance for their next chapter. Keep children at the heart of the admissions…
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January 6, 2024
My College Freshman Daughter Called it Quits and I Freaked Out
I could feel my blood pressure rise and my heart sink with every word that came out of my daughter’s mouth. She wanted to drop out of college. A wave of fear followed my shock. Behind that, a cascade of dashed dreams. Mine, not hers. We had been here before. Mid-semester. I told her the…
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What Class of ’24 Admissions Essays Says About the Lives of Seniors
I have always loved end-of-year round-ups. Growing up, I remember watching Barbara Walters’ specials of the 10 Most Fascinating People of the Year and listening to Casey Kasem count down the top songs (Who remembers “Walk Like an Egyptian” by The Bangles in 1986?). This week, I’ve clicked on links to the New York Times…
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