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The moment we dreamed about has arrived—our babies are heading off to college. It’s exciting, bittersweet, and let’s be honest… a little emotional. It feels like just yesterday we were packing lunchboxes, and now we’re packing dorm bins, comforters, laptops, and dreams.
As a family, we’ve been walking through this transition with intention. Beyond the Target runs and financial aid emails, I’ve been leaning into the emotional and spiritual preparation too—making sure they know they’re not going off alone. That no matter where they are, we’re covering them in love, prayer, and care.
One of the most comforting things for me (and them!) has been putting together college care packages—small boxes that say, "You’re still on my heart, even from miles away."
Some Of The Things We Put In Our College Care Packages:
Handwritten stickers or sticky notes: A simple “I’m proud of you,” or “Keep going” goes a long way.
Snacks from home: Their favorite chips, trail mix, or the cookies they always ask for.
Bibles, Mini devotionals or affirmations: A reminder that they’re never alone, and that God is with them in every lecture hall, dorm room, and late-night study session. Also, local churches they can attend information.
Practical items: Things like first aid kits, Band-Aids, laundry pods, vitamin C packets, and chapstick always come in handy.
Gift cards: A little Starbucks, Target, Emergency Gas cards, or DoorDash card can be a lifesaver during finals week.
Family photos or small framed scriptures: Something to anchor them when they’re missing home. Photos of us preparing the boxes.
More Than Just a Box
Packing these little boxes has become a quiet act of love for me. It’s not just about what’s inside—it’s about staying connected. It’s about reminding them that no matter how independent they become, there’s a place they can always come back to. There’s a mother praying for them, a family rooting for them, and a home that’s still their home.
As we prepare them for this next chapter, we also prepare ourselves—to release, to trust, and to celebrate. College is a new beginning for them, but it’s one for us too. It’s the beginning of a new relationship with our children: one rooted in mutual respect, growing friendship, and unwavering support.
So if you're in this season too—letting go, wiping tears, sending packages, and praying hard—just know you're not alone. We’re all in this together, cheering our babies on and trusting God to do the rest.
What’s in your care packages?
Here’s to care packages, deep breaths, and the beautiful becoming that lies ahead.
With love,
From our heart to theirs.
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