Plans have begun for college tours. Frank's number one pick, currently, is Berklee School of Music, where he's attending a music production workshop this summer. He's also already enrolled in their online program. Once he's seen it, and toured it, and talked to an admissions advisor, it may very well remain number one. In the meantime, he's considering his options should he not get in.
He's already seen Colorado State, CalPolySLO and UC San Diego, none were the right fit. CalPoly felt right, but now that he's narrowed down his major, it no longer does.
He's going to visit a couple schools in Tennessee, two in California, UCD, and maybe UoT@Austin. I'm handling the east coast/Tennessee tours, Doug is handling California. We'll have to juggle a bit to get to Austin, because Doug and I both want to go.
I'm so excited for Frank, because he is so excited. It isn't everyone who starts college knowing what they want to do the rest of their lives. Many change their mind part way through. That may happen with Frank too, but for now, he's following his dream.
While he's at the workshop, I get to explore Boston, a place I visited frequently in my early twenties. I'm considering Airbnb, which should allow me to save money, while also allowing me a different perspective from the standard hotel trip.
I haven't figured out yet where we'll stay while in Tennessee. One friend suggested we stay anywhere that has a pool (given we'll be there mid-July). I'm open for suggestions if anyone has one or two.
This is definitely a parent perk . . . getting to see the wide open world of possibilities and opportunities through our childrens' eyes. I can't wait for Beck to figure out what he wants to explore, consider and visit.
The world is Frank's oyster, which he with sword shall open, while I live vicariously and enjoy.
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