Tabitha Epperson
The Importance of Letting Your Kids Fail
I know - the title already sounds harsh, and you may be tempted to not ready any further. Please do.
I spend a lot of time with college students. I live with 35 of them....
New Rule :: Everyone Takes Out the Trash
When working with college students, there is one rule I want to implement - everyone takes out the trash. It may sound silly or weird, but I am convinced that this could just change...
10 Pieces of Advice I Give My 20 Year Something Students All the Time
It was probably when I watched the movie "17 Again" that I started thinking about what I would do differently if I was indeed 17 once again.
I work with hundreds of 20 somethings, and...
10 Things to Think About This Wedding Season
Wedding season is almost upon us, and while it is true that everyone may do things a little differently for their special day, here are some things to consider.
I cannot stress this enough:...
20 Useful Graduation Gift Ideas {from Graduates Themselves!}
It is graduation gift season, and chances are you probably have a few seniors on your list to buy for. Want to get something they can REALLY use? We polled graduates to find out...
Ramadan Is Here :: What You Need to Know
My sister just shared a Facebook memory with me right as I was starting this post, and it was perfect timing because it involved the beginning of the story I am about to share...
My 2019 Experiment :: Expressing My True Feelings
There is a lot of talk at the beginning of the year about new resolutions and new starts. The year is spread in front of you, and it is nice to put the shortcomings...
Human Trafficking :: How You Can Help and Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe
I recently attended a talk by Lighthouse for Life, a non-profit group that raises awareness about human trafficking with my college students. I figured it was a good thing to talk about with them, but...
Think Before You Post
Facebook and other social media sites/apps are supposed to bring people together. Sometimes, though, it does quite the opposite. Sometimes it is not a nice place.
Think before you post.
We have all heard stories of...
Please Stop Calling the School for Your College Students
Please stop.
No really.
Stop.
A new phenomenon is happening at college campuses today, and it really needs to end. It is crippling your students and preventing them from becoming independent, self-sufficient adults.
If your college-aged student is...
6 Places Kids Eat Free Around Columbia
What is better than a meal that you do not have to cook? A free one. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this list of restaurants that offer free meals for your little ones.
1. Beef...
Hurricane Lessons From a Katrina Survivor
As I sit here waiting for the visit from Florence, memories flood my mind. I know how bad things can get in a hurricane because my family lost our home during Hurricane Katrina. By...
10 Things My Grandmother Taught Me
This week is going to be a bit hard for me, and it may be for you, as well. It is the first Grandparents Day that I will not have my grandmother. Those first...
Birthday Deals & Freebies in Columbia and Beyond
Who else likes celebrating their birthday all month long? Here is a way to do just that! Below you will find a list of birthday treats to make not only your actual birth DAY,...