Sights and Sounds of College Move-in Day

I was able to witness a variety of scenes today as I greeted new students and families on Move-in Day at the college where my husband and I work.

There may not be any particular scripture to go along with this LightThought, but it definitely will bring a smile or two---or maybe even a cringe or two.

From my vantage point as greeter/door opener to Station One in the process, I was able to view a big portion of the campus and see families coming and going to and from the various stations along the ‘get everything taken care of before you get your key’ path!

I saw:

One dad sitting in a nice, shady area reading while his son went through the process on his own.

New students walking with their guide while mom and dad lagged slightly behind.

Mom and Dad walking with the guide while the student lagged slightly behind.

Mom walking with the guide while Dad and student lagged slightly behind.

Mom approach the table at Station One first and introducing her child to the volunteers.

Student approach the table at Station One first and initiating the process.

Mom carrying the black enrollment folder with THE checklist.

Student carrying the black enrollment folder with THE checklist.

Student looking frantically for mom and dad before proceeding to the next station.

Mom who asked student, “Did you ask where the bathroom was?”

Student arriving at Station One with mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, and all the siblings.

Single, true Freshmen arriving on their own (without parents).

I laughed at some sights and shook my head at others, yet had to hold back some tears for the last group.  Yep, we can laugh at those ‘Helicopter Parents”, but at least they were there!

Prayers for our students,

Debbie