A few well-educated quips about your older kids . . .

Short and to the point, Francine’s got a lot to say about kids — from her personal experience (2 girls of her own, and 3 stepchildren) and from what she’s learned from the hundreds of interviews she’s conducted throughout her journalistic career.

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Here are a few facts from Francine . . .

College:
If you’ve got your heart set on a certain college, shut up about it! And don’t tour that school with your kid either. THAT’S THE ONE THEY WON’T PICK.

Siblings:
Don’t worry if your grown kids never call their siblings.  They will.  When you’re old. Maybe even before.

Step kids:
Don’t bend over backwards to be nicer to your step kids.  Your kids will resent it.

Weight:
No girl ever lost weight because her mother told her she was fat.  Sit on yourself if you have to, but SAY NOTHING.

Contact Francine at francine@snoety.com.  She welcomes your comments.