December has a way of pulling the curtain back on everything teens have been carrying since August. Not because anything dramatic happens, but because this
We live in a culture that celebrates the big moments — the acceptance letters, the high grades, the varsity titles, the award ceremonies. But between
The Strange Energy of December There is something about early December that throws the whole house off. Maybe you have felt it too. That strange
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I went into my University of Georgia visit expecting a classic southern flagship. What I didn’t expect was how much the day would feel like
The other night, I looked across the dinner table at my college freshman, and for a second I forgot about every stress-filled moment of his
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Most parents fall into one of three categories when they hear the word “scholarships”: A hopeful spark A deep sigh A vague memory of hearing
When families talk about college lists, someone always says it — “He just wants to go somewhere prestigious.” And I get it. That word “prestigious”
When Jake started applying to college, I thought I was ready for everything—until I realized the FAFSA was only step one. Because once you finish
Former high school counselor, mom of two boys, and your guide from freshman year through the finish line. I help parents figure out what matters now, what can wait, and what to do next.
Bring it to my free parent workshop. I teach a little, then we spend real time on your questions.
