It’s common for parents’ lives to feel unsettled when their first child heads to college. But the metaphor of child-as-pioneer can help ease the grief.
growing up
One Day, My Son, All Fathers Go from ‘Daddy’ to Just ‘Dad’
He still calls me Papa and Daddy. But one day he won’t and as much as that will break my heart, it will be OK because I will always have my memories
First Day of School Quickly Crushes Summer Spirit
The first day of a new school year is here across America, but not everyone is ready for summer to end (and it isn’t just the kids).
Moving from Only Home Your Kids Have Known Tough on All
Those who keep repeating the same thing to us are probably right: moving is not going to get easier when the kids are older.
Educated Children Learn to Manage Their Responses, Rather Than Beat the System
An educated person who is willing to work hard and is resourceful has an advantage. A person who understands how to roll with the changes and moments in life has an advantage.
The Window of Childhood Doesn’t Need Cleaning
They say that the window on childhood is one that is always closing, but when does it really shut?