It was a pretty emotional day for two reasons: First, she has become part of the family and has been an extremely reliable sitter for the last few years. Second, I realized for the first time, that the time between now and the day that my own daughter goes to college will fly by just as quickly. I was forced to think back on all the great times I had in college.
I can remember the good times and the tough times. What got me through it all was knowing that I had a great support system. Often times, we send kids to college and we are so proud of them, but we forget to take care of them while they are there. I don't know how I would have made it without the care packages from mom and the occasional visits from my godfather or the ATM card from my sister...at different times I needed each of them.
I wonder how many of us knows kids in college, but are too busy to drop them a line or a care package or maybe even a few dollars...I will take time in the coming weeks, after everyone is settled into college, and get the college students' in my life contact info so that I can keep in touch, send an encouraging note, a care package...or a little cash. Will you do the same?
Yes, that little one in the middle is going to college!
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Hi Ericka. I've been on vacation so excuse me being M.I.A. My own Daughter took part in a summer internship @ The U of I this year. It took me back to my time in college and forced me to come to the realization that in just 2 short years she will start HER journey & be on her way to whatever the future holds for her.
College was an experience for not only myself but my family as well,we depended on each other to get through it. I look forward to the day that I can assist my Children the same way family assisted me. Our parents sacrificed for us and in my opinion there's not too many things that make me feel more ADULT and more FATHER-LIKE than to come to the aid of my Children.
I agree with you in that getting them to college is just half the battle. We have to assist them in anyways we can to stay the course. Just keep in mind those years in college and where we would be without that so called village that it takes to get a child on to there next challenge.
You are so right about having a support system, knowing that I had my family and best friend there for me whenever I needed them was so important when I was in college. I will never forget how grateful I was for all of the letters, cards and care packages my best friend, my grandmother and my mom sent me on a regular basis. It really made me feel loved and appreciated. I will have to get my niece's address at college so I can send her something, as well!
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