Guest Post By: Iris Yuan For many freshmen, college is the first time where they’ll have to live with someone, usually a complete stranger, and peacefully figure out how to share that space. Unlike summer camp roommates or field trips in high school, your roommate in college may have completely different interests than you, or different living habits. He or she may seem like they're from another world, but don't forget that the room is...
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Guest Post By: Carey Cruz Summer is here. Everyone is happy. Your kids are glad that school is over: no more getting up early and no more homework for at least two months. For you, it means getting up at your own pace in the morning, sipping that cup of coffee in peace before going out for work or starting your morning chores before the kids wake up. Yes, summer is indeed here. If you decide...
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As I learned this summer on my travels through New Hampshire, multigenerational traveling is not always easy. As I discovered when my big dog ate the last twenty pieces of my nieces incomplete jig saw puzzle off the coffee table, even the family dog needs her own personal space when on vacation. Here are a few tips for keeping your crew happy and healthy. 1. Pack everyone in the family his/her own labeled water bottle....
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Guest Post By: Iris Yuan You've taken all the tests, accepted your college admissions decision, and received your high school diploma. Now what? The summer between high school and college is a nostalgic one, and by all means, you deserve to enjoy these last few months after getting through high school. But if you’re the first kid off to college and your family doesn’t know what to expect, it’s useful to know some tips about...
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Guest Post By: Aniya Wells In the time we've spent on the student end of the student-teacher relationship. We've all had the experience, even the smartest among us. The teacher hands back an assignment to the class, and before you can even flip to the last page and check your grade, your heart sinks. Your essay is covered in corrections and amendments and suggestions, drowning in a sea of red ink it would take a Moses to clear away....
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