YOUR FIRSTBORN IS OFF TO COLLEGE!
Tips on How to Adjust to This Change
Plan visits. Your child may not be able to come home and visit every weekend, but you
It’s a surreal moment when your first child packs their bags and goes to college. This is probably the first time your child is moving away from home. Although this is a huge transition for them, it’s also a big transition and lifestyle change for you as the parents. Here are some tips on how to cope. Find ways to communicate. Although you won’t be seeing your child every day, there are still ways you can stay in touch. FaceTime is a great way to visit with your child and see them — even if you’re miles apart. You may want to check on them daily, but make sure you give your child room to grow. They’re a young adult now, and college allows them to experience more independence. Focus on life. You will worry about your child since you can’t see them every day, but don’t let those worries affect the rest of your life. If you have other children at home, now is your time to strengthen your relationships with them. You can also take this period of life to renovate your home and start new hobbies. This will keep you busy and entertained while your child is away at school.
can schedule monthly visits. Your family can visit the university while your child gives you a tour around campus. Some sporting events have family days where students can
invite their families to tailgate events. This is a great way to meet your child’s friends and the families of their friends. You can also look forward to holiday breaks and the summer when you can spend time together. Sending your firstborn to college is scary because it’s something new — change can be uncomfortable — but as time goes on, things can get easier. Of course, they will miss you as much as you miss them. So, enjoy the time you have with your child and make the most of it.
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Crostini With Ricotta, Peas, and Mint
Inspired by AheadOfThyme.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 French baguette, sliced • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided • 1 tbsp and 1 tsp salt, divided • 1 lb English peas, fresh or frozen • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
• 1 lb fresh ricotta cheese • Fresh mint leaves, sliced • Sea salt, to taste • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 375 F. 2. On a large baking sheet, place baguette slices. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1 tbsp of salt. Bake for about 7 minutes, but do not brown. 3. In a medium pot, add water and 1 tsp salt, then bring to a boil. Add peas and cook for 3 minutes. Drain peas and place them in ice bath. Cool for several minutes before draining. 4. In a medium skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté drained peas with garlic until cooked through. The peas should still be firm, not mushy. 5. On a large platter, layer crostini with ricotta, peas, and a few slices of fresh mint. 6. Season each crostini with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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