Out to Sea: A Parents’ Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage officially set sail with a launch party last night. Oh, what a night! A great big thanks to those who worked behind the scenes to make it possible. And heartfelt thanks to those of you who came out to celebrate. Your support is both overwhelming and humbling. I am
School Supplies: Then and Now
As I walk through Target, I find myself drawn to the corner of the store. I wheel up to the big bins of Elmer’s Glue, number two pencils and fat, pink erasers. With more than a decade under my belt of participating in the ritual most moms know as school supply shopping day—the one where kids beg for Trapper Keepers
College Life: Packing for the Dorm
The Three BEs of Moving to College It’s that time of year. Students are loading up their futons and dreams and heading off to college. Parents, beware: This can be an emotional time that requires an extra dose of patience on your part. Here are some practical tips from folks who’ve gone before you—parents who’ve already played packing Tetris in
Studying Abroad: A Mom’s Perspective–On Grown & Flown
I’m delighted to be a contributor to Grown & Flown, an informative website about parenting older kids. Last week they featured an essay I wrote called From Clingy Kid to World Traveler, How Did That Happen? In it, I share how our daughter’s experiences while studying abroad have changed her and shaped the woman she is—and the woman she will be. If you’re interested in reading the full
Meet the Parents! (College Orientation)
Marty and I had the pleasure of sitting on the “expert” panel at the Drake University parent orientation session last weekend. It was nice to be on the other side of those first-year jitters. We answered all kinds of questions, from “Where’s the nearest DQ?” and “Did you let your child bring a car?” to the emotional ones like, “I’m
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Here’s to Moms Everywhere!
It’s Throwback Thursday! In honor of Mother’s Day, here’s a column I wrote for the St. Cloud Times back in 2008. While I may have a few more gray hairs since this was originally published and those little girls in the photo are now young women, the sentiment still remains the same. Wishing all moms, especially my mom and mom-in-law a very
The Mother of All Podcasts
What a treat to sit down to chat with Kelly Sayre of Next Monday about college, parenting and the challenges of turning life’s failures into teachable moments. If you’ve got kids, this podcast is for you! LISTEN NOW – KELLY RADI: PARENTING WITH GRACE For many of us the topic of parenting is terrifying, all-consuming, and the most important matter of our
Break to Educate – Making Wellness a Priority
How can a business create a culture that encourages employee well-being? Look no further than Park Industries for the answer! The leaders at Park Industries understand the personal and professional benefits of a healthy workforce. They know healthy lifestyles positively affect families, relationships and personal lives as well as work productivity and the bottom line. Their human resources team offers programs, incentives
Sun, Sand and Spring Break Realities
“Hi Mom! Hi Daddy! Guess what? I’m sooooo excited! My roommate’s brother got us a sweet deal on a hotel in Mexico for spring break. It’s super-cheap! Can I go?” Cancun. Aruba. Jamaica. Daytona Beach. In the midst of a long, cold winter, these warm-weather destinations sound like the perfect cure to the winter blahs, especially to stressed-out college students.