I didn't think it would be this hard!

[bigjohntex]

Tommorrow I send my youngest child and only daughter off to college. She will attend Texas A&M @ College Station!! Corps of Cadets and band. This is my first child to "leave home" and it is tough. Momma aint doing so good for sure. My wife is having a realy tough time, moreso than me no doubt. How many of you have gone thru this? How did you help your wife thru it much less yourself.
BTW- She is a great kid! Don't anyone make me come down there! LOL

Thanks, Bigjohntex

[SKLOSS]

Never sent a kid there, but I attended 4 glorious years there. She is in great hands and will have the time of her life. Just reassure momma that her girl will be ok and that the corp will give her the strength and support she needs. Oh and attend as many games as you can. Right now the Band is the only thing we have going for us. WHOOOOOOP!!!

[bowmeaux]

With a name like Big John I dont think anyone is gonna bother your baby! Great school and people in College Station so she will be fine! Congrats

[Tmag]

My wife cried all the way home when we went with our son and it was only 60 miles from the house. Cell phone calls should help it out.

[jeremy360]

Went there myself its a good group of folks. You'll see her more than you think. They are always busy going back and forth. Its not that far away and its a short drive or ever shorter to pick up the phone. If she's going the route she is...you know shes got a good head on her shoulders and that should let you worry alot less.

[crunchtime]

Proud for ya. Been there.

You'll adjust and I know your proud too. Congrats.

There are benefits for you and your wife as well.

[Stins]

She will be fine and will have more fun than you care to know about

[dadof2]

bigjohntex-I've sent two to college and gave them the following to think about.
1. Make smart choices.
2. Would your Mother or Grandmother be offended by anything you are doing?
3. Do you understand the consequences and are you ready to live with them?
4. The phone works both ways. When the student is troubled or overwhelmed, call. When Mom or Dad are lonely or interested in what is going on they will call. Answer when it rings on either end.
5. Remember and practice the teachings of the parents.
6. It is a round world and you will see and experience the same things more than once. Consistency in your actions will say a lot about your character.
7. Try to make your own decisions, but don't be afraid to ask for advice. See item 3.
8. Tape 2 quarters together to be kept in a billfold or purse for that "emergency phone call". Parents-answer the phone with a clear head, an open mind and the support that goes with your position of responsiblity.

I'm thankful that mine were student athletes and they were kept busy being that-students then athletes. Your's will be busy as well. Good Luck. It gets easier with time.

[bigjohntex]

Thanks for the comments (I think, LOL. Stins). I am sure we will all be fine. It will just be a major adjustment for us all. She loves to hunt and fish, so this season will not be the same without her at least in the house to talk about things and look at the trail cam pics with me.

[TENRMORE]

Be thankful your daughter is going to College...there are a lot of kids that are just sitting around,,,I know that doesn't really make it any easier.

[Coup de Grace]

daughter went there too, took a while to adjust, but i made it through it, heck of a cell phone bill every month.

[trailboss]

In spite of our best efforts, they all grow up. We want to keep them at home but we know they day they are born, the day will come when they leave the nest. Of course in today's world of cell phones and computers you can still be in constant touch and that does make it easier. A&M is a great school and she'll experience things in the Corp that few others ever will. The friends she makes in the Corp will be friends for life. Let her grow up and she'll make you proud.

Trailboss

[hallpass]

tell her congrats it is a really big deal to get into A&M Whooop!

[truthseeker]

2. Would your Mother or Grandmother be offended by anything you are doing?

That is the best advice I have ever heard..and funny too...will definitely use it when mine follow in the ole mans footsteps....Gig'em

[SabreKiller]

I still remember it vividly...

dropping my son off at A&M and moving him into Walton. Sad day for sure, but he's graduating in December so I am really proud. I dropped my youngest and only daughter off at TU Tyler last year and that REALLY hurt. But, she's transferring to Schreiner and I drop her off there on Sunday. It's tough, but you'll get through it. Besides, they always come home. Hang in there!