Excellent. I wish more parents could see this and understand that it's OK to let their children misstep and struggle a little.  It's far better to learn these lessons as adolescents and young adults than to try to learn "the hard way" after they've graduated.  I know you must be proud of your children!

Well said. I couldn't agree more.  I was one of those students who worked her way through college.  I made smart decisions about the cost benefit of my education and chose a well-respected public university and a field that maximized my earning potential.  I have a few student loans, and it wasn't always easy.  In addi...more