By Madison Cook | Staff Writer Oh… the good ole’ teenage years. Six of the most stressful and emotional, yet incredibly AWESOME years of our lives when we are finally discovering who we really are – our interests, passions, true friends – the things that mean the most to us. …
How to make your dorm room reflect your personal style on any budget Here are some easy-to-manage tips from moms and students for transforming your space into a place that you can really settle in to. Katherine’s Tips “To make my 84 square foot dorm room a home, I used…
How to make an ordinary dorm room super functional By Tricia White | Managing Editor Living comfortably in a small space can be challenging, but it’s not completely hopeless. Creating a functional dorm room for your teen can be an essential part of their productivity at college. Between classes, studying, and…
Transforming Your Dorm Room into Your Home Away From Home At a time when you really need a welcoming environment that feeds your creativity and offers a sanctuary from the stresses of big life changes, the typical dorm room is a notoriously small, drab utilitarian space that leaves little room…
After having three children move into college dorms, I have learned a few tips of the trade that may make life a little bit less stressful for all you fretting mamas and easier for those college freshman moving away from home for the first time. by Cala Pence | Contributor…
The GLF Comprehensive Pre-College Packing Check List by Tricia White | Managing Editor What to Fly With: Carry On (use the same backpack as will be used for books at school): Documents • Driver’s license/Photo ID • Passport • Medical insurance cards (plan ahead and order an extra copy) • Social…
Sure, your child could have gone to college in-state, but that would have been too easy! With the start of the school year approaching, it’s time to make plans. Driving vs. Flying Many parents drive their kids because you can stuff a lot in the old minivan, but if your child’s…
Watter’s Creek sets the standard for all-inclusive resort-style living, shopping and dining by Karyn Brodsky | Staff Writer Escape to a luxurious serene setting with open spaces where you can shop, dine al fresco, enjoy beautiful works of art and attend exciting special events. Exotic vacation to a faraway destination?…
David Stanley Has Built a Business Helping the Sandwich Generation by Tricia White | Managing Editor The following is an interview with David Stanley, Founder of Custom Caregivers. GLF: Tell us why you started Custom Caregivers. David: My father died in 1989. He was only 65 years old. He had…