by Brooke Romney | Aug 23, 2026 | Education, Letters, Parenting, Teens
Advice for New College Students: The Letter and the Truth Nobody Tells You Advice for new college students almost always focuses on what to pack and where to register — and almost never on what actually matters in those first weeks and months. This is the advice for...
by Brooke Romney | Aug 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
8 Things Teens Need Before Getting a Cell Phone Getting a phone is a BIG decision, and I’m not sure we take it seriously enough. It’s not a “right”; it’s a privilege. Kids usually want them so badly; it’s a great opportunity to make sure they have the...
by Brooke Romney | Aug 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
I’m not sure I’ve ever been quite as nervous as when my oldest went to middle school. It felt like we were stepping into the deep end of the ocean. On my fourth child, I’ve realized there are plenty of tough moments but plenty of incredible ones too, and the growth...
by Brooke Romney | Aug 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
13 Reminders every High Schooler needs Whether your teen is walking into freshman or senior year, these reminders are relevant to them both. Get involved: This makes or breaks your experience and helps you feel part of something bigger than yourself. It doesn’t...
by Brooke Romney | Aug 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
To every kid walking into middle school for the first time — 11 things you need to hear: Middle school is a big change, but you are ready. And you have so many people in your corner, cheering you on. If you would like a printable version of this for your middle...
