Bringing your college student back home for the summer
I am in the process of moving two college students back into my house. I'm curious what challenges those of you who have college students have faced when the kids come home. My biggest challenge at the moment is what to do with all their "stuff" they manage to accumulate. I will probably be storing some unpacked boxes for next year. Other challenges I've faced include the kids’ schedules being on college time. They think nothing of staying up until 3 or 4 in the morning and want to sleep in late to make up for it. Another issue is what time are they actually expected to be home when they go out now? They are so used to staying out all night if they want. I don't even want to think about what they will contribute to the mountain of laundry.
Don't get me wrong, I am VERY happy to have them home, but it does come with an adjustment period. How do some of the fellow bloggers handle these situations?
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Oh the memories. Let's see-for sure there is at least double the laundry load, groceries & cooking for more people. Of course there is absolutely NO CURFEW. I just asked that they call if not coming home to sleep and never, ever drive drunk. House rules were really not an issue, but sibling rivalry began again, just briefly, I told them there was definitely enough of me to go around. When I felt unappreciated and taken for granted, I let my feelings be known immediately. The situation was this-this is our home, you are welcome to be here, I am not your maid/slave/whipping post. It really worked out great. Just another adjustment in our lives. Also, the noise, chaos and laughter filled a void with me & then they were back to school again. Enjoy them before they go and get married.
You can borrow mine. Here I thought it would get better.
What happens with your kids doesn't get better or worse, but it definitely changes. Have you ever heard the expression, "The bigger the kids the bigger the issues". Believe me that's true. I hadn't even thought about the change in grocery bill Karma mentioned--just kind of forgot about that part. I have taken a stand similar to Karma-our house, our rules, but the curfew thing becomes non-existent. It's a real adjustment because they have had that taste of independence they get at college and they won't lose that when they get home (not that you want them to). Karma is right, enjoy them while they are young 'cause before you know it they're out the door. My youngest seems to just be flying through her high school years. Can't even believe I'll be taking her to college in a couple years.
I'll take them anytime ! If they need a "grandma" I am here.
I have a job opening for a "grandma" in my house ...
~Faith
PS I'm sorta kinda serious 2 :=)
She would be perfect for that job.
Oh yes, I *so* know this ... Karma is a gift straight from God ...
~Faith
PS I think U already knew this, yes?
You know where & how to reach me. That offer extends to you also!!
Your right everytime I even think of my kids leaving I have an anxiety issue. I have a hard time giving them independence but I have friends that help me through that. My daughter will be leaving for 9 days in June for camp this will be the first time she has ever been away from me other then McKeever. I am so trying to not be one of those helicopter parents. Thanks for the advice I am sure in future years I will be asking for more.