September means back-to-campus time for college students, and I’m lucky enough to have two in my life this fall! My own college experience wasn’t too long ago, and there was nothing I loved more than when someone would send a college care package to me. To pay it forward, I decided to send some care packages myself this weekend!
Reasons to Send a College Care Package (or two!)
Like I said, I have two special college students in my life. Don’t they look like fun? Such great kids deserve something special every once in a while. The “how” is pretty easy – just throw some cool gadgets or snacks in a box, and postmark it to the college dorm. But, here are my top reasons why it’s so important!
Reason #1: It’s fun for all involved!
To be honest, I was dreading picking out things for this care pack. . . after all, I don’t know what college students like these days! However, once I started wandering around Walmart, it wasn’t too hard to choose items to send in my care packs. Check out these crazy socks I found!
Movies are a must for care packs. I picked some up that I knew would be light-hearted and make a good movie night with friends, and tucked them in the boxes.
Reason #2: It’s a great way to reinforce good values.
I am always trying to sneak life-lessons into everything, so using sticky-notes was a fun way to turn random practical objects into sweet reminders.
For example, encouraging my brother to save money by packing lunch instead of eating out. . .
Or, reinforce the importance of keeping things clean and well cared for – not only does this show respect for housemates, but also keeps things from smelling. So there really isn’t any downside!
My practical side got down to business with these amazing Schick® Disposable razors. I’ve been using them myself all week so I figured I should pass on my new secret! My sister got this fancy package of Tropical Scented Handle Schick® Xtreme3® razors:
And my brother got his own set too. The Schick® Xtreme 3® Ultimate Razor fit the bill for being simple and no-fuss, perfect to send in a care pack for a college boy! (And yes – the kissing comment is just to be silly. See Reason#1. . .)
Reason #3: It might be just what someone needs.
Can I get personal for just a minute? Friends, when I was in college, I got hit head-on by a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder. There were a lot of different things that helped me pull through and get to where I am now, but one thing was care packs. You see, I had an aunt who also struggled with depression through her life. And all four years that I was in college, she was faithful to regularly to send me little care packs and notes to say she was thinking about me.
The things she sent weren’t expensive or fancy – but I knew that she had taken the time to pick something out and was thinking about me. That’s the main reason I think care packs are a must for anyone who knows a college student! College can be fun and crazy and scary, all at the same time. It’s up to you to remind them – they have people who love them, and they don’t have to hold it all together if they have a bad day.
So, I know you’re going to send a care pack now – the real question is, what are you going to pack?
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