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Finding the perfect balanceMar 30 '00 Write an essay on this topic.Now that I am about 3/4 of my way through my first year of college, I've had my share of care packages sent to me. While the art of finding the perfect care package is a talent my mom may not have completely mastered, I have learned a great deal about how to make a care package that not only fills a college student with undying gratitude, but evokes the envy of friends and roommates as well. Now, I don't think care packages should be thought of as extravagant monthly presents sent to spoiled kids. Care packages are an important way of cheering up a stressed student who is far away from the comforts of home. College campuses can be extremely self-contained, and college life, especially in dorms, can get repetitive. Recently, I was watching Food TV with friends and we began to reflect upon how much food we just don't ever get a chance to eat because it is never served within the confines of our campus. The same can be said for clothes, supplies, and other random purchases. While it is great that some college campuses are like a world of their own on just a few acres of land, selection is often sacrificed. This is what makes the care package great. Don't send your kids things that they could buy on their own--scarcity and uniqueness bring appeal to gifts. The key to a perfect care package is balance. School supplies, toiletries, and money are a much-needed necessity, but they are also very impersonal. Nothing makes my day more than getting a package slip, but if I get a package from my parents with just supplies and no personality, it can be a disappointment. My roommate's mother often sends her food items like cookies and candy that can't be found around here. Another friend's grandparents send home-cooked baked goods like cake and brownies. I'll never forget the day before finals when my mom sent coffee and peanut butter bars--I was the most popular girl on the floor. When making a care package for your child, the best idea is to try to include these three factors: necessity, scarcity, and personality. Packages that incorporate a little bit of each have a surprisingly positive effect on a student's psyche.  |
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