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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DD is shattered, she did quite well in high school but could have done more in extracurriculars and clubs. She decided to go to local, liberal arts college vs. direct into a business program for now.  I, too, am bummed.  All our circle of friends and daughter's friends will be attending top schools next year. I wish I never interacted with anyone at her school, I am asked constantly about DD.  I tell (her &) them I am proud of her and her achievements, etc.  I wish I had a stronger comeback to not get that shrug look from others.

I wanted to take DD away for a weekend but she just wants to hide, so to speak. Suggestions/advice?[/quote]

I went to my dream school. I was so hung up on it. I told everyone I knew I wanted to go there. I was quoted in a regional newspaper for some academic award, and I said I wanted to go there.

It was fine. I liked it while I was there, but as an adult I feel many other places would have been better and even more would have been just as good.

I interview for our school, and that’s the message I try to share with them that this step is not the end, every path will have more opportunities to advance and have good outcomes. [/quote]

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