1. STAGE 1: Excitement
Our kid got into college! IT REALLY HAPPENED.
2. STAGE 2: Relief
They have a bright future after all! (And thank goodness they won't be bumming around for another year.)
3. STAGE 3: Neuroticism
This shopping list is going to be insane. In fact, we should probably start shopping NOW. Like...right this instant.
4. STAGE 4: Nervous Delight
Is it already time to leave?! Time to see where our kid's going to be for the next FOUR YEARS.
5. STAGE 5: Worry
Oh, god, did we forget something at home? We definitely forgot something at home.
6. STAGE 6: Judgment
Who is this random first-year roommate assignment?? They look a little sketchy. They'd better be considerate.
7. STAGE 7: Confusion
This campus is actually a labyrinth.
8. STAGE 8: Worry...again!
What are the parties going to be like?! Will there be adult supervision?!
9. STAGE 9: Exhaustion
Moving is difficult.
10. STAGE 10: Awkward Sadness
Here comes the hardest part: saying good-bye. OK, let's try not to cry or be embarrassing. There are so many rules to heartfelt good-byes!
11. STAGE 11: Acceptance
The house isn't the same, but we'll be OK. So it goes.
12. STAGE 12: Utmost Pride
We've been imagining these moments since day one, and we couldn't be more proud. (And winter break better come soon so we can see their cute face again.)
