<p>^Boys, too, call with the problem of the minute, and then go on their merry way. My son is in Israel on a gap year program this year, and will call with problems — like “I’m stranded in another city with no money” — and then after I scramble to help him solve it from thousands of miles away, he’ll forget to call or text that everything worked out and his problem is solved/he’s safe, etc.
It’s just good that they know we’re there for them, I guess!</p>
<p>Hawaiimtmom, I suspect that you and MrsDrz should chat. I think she will have some great info for you.</p>
<p>I am overdue for a post on this thread as I decided to step back away from it all for awhile once my daughter made her decision and it was all over. Just so overwhelming, I needed breathe a sigh of relief. You all know what I’m talking about.</p>
<p>jeffandann, our D will be attending Ball State. I believe your daughter was accepted there, as well. Maybe we’ll meet one day. Out of the many schools she auditioned for, they were her top choice so once she got the call it was over for us. They made it easy on her. She would have only needed to make a decision if they didn’t accept her. We are all so relieved.</p>
<p>MrsDrz, thank you for your words of encouragement! I know I’m not alone in the distance thing. Technology has definitely made that easier on all of us. I think what I am struggling with the most is the fact that I will no longer be able to see her perform in every show. I have been to every performance she has ever been in and its a hard pill to swallow to know that’s over. No quick trips to the school to see performances for us. May only get to visit once a year considering the cost for us to travel from Hawaii. Not to mention the time it takes to get there and back. When I watch her perform the closing show for her high school’s spring musical next month, they may need to put me in a straight jacket as I know it will be a long time before I see her on stage again. So to everyone out there, keep posting your stories of distance. I know I’ll survive, its just nice to know others already have.</p>
<p>Welcome to the Ball State family hawaiimtmom!</p>
<p>Fortunately for you, your D cannot get cast in shows first semester at all, so if she ends up getting cast second semester, that can be your one trip to see her!</p>
<p>I too have seen every show my D has ever done (with the exception of one school operetta that she banned me from seeing) MULTIPLE TIMES so I totally get what you are saying.</p>
<p>My D will be on campus working on a special project over the summer (May 13-June 28)and has told Andrea Sadler that she would love to have lunch with any of the MT kids coming for registration. Also, show them around, answer questions, whatever. She is very proud of the MTO program.</p>
<p>My D will likely be deciding between Ball State and Western Michigan. If it’s BSU we live about an hour away, so we’ll be happy to act as surrogate parents!</p>
<p>Yay MrsDrz! So happy to know someone already in the program. We absolutely loved our visit to Ball State. Everyone so warm, friendly and welcoming! One of the things that sold my daughter was how family like it felt. She felt at home and that’s important. We won’t be able to make it to summer registration as we were just there last month and will have to make another trip in August to move her in. Have to start being picky about our trips there. And you’re right, we won’t miss her in anything this fall. I forgot about that so it actually makes me feel better. We’ll plan a spring trip. </p>
<p>jeffandann, let me know when your D makes a decision. I would like to make connections with others. Especially given how close you are. It’s a piece of mind to stay connected. </p>
<p>And to those of you still struggling with the decisions, hang in there and best wishes. This isn’t an easy process for anyone, near or far.</p>
<p>hawaiimtmom, my D just informed me that she called Andrea today and accepted at Ball State. Look forward to seeing you soon!</p>
<p>Hooray jeffandann! Can’t wait to meet you.</p>
<p>Congrats on having a decision jeffandann! The best is yet to come.</p>
<p>Congrats to you all going to Ball State. jeffandann, I have been following your process. So glad your D is happy. Ball State was a top pick for my daughter. She was accepted but then was also accepted to Texas State. Texas has been her dream school since last year so that was where she decided to go. She is so funny. She felt bad for the schools she had to say no to! Such a sweet kid. She said they were all so nice.</p>
<p>jeffandann, want to send you a pm but I don’t rank well enough for one yet. Still short on posting. But apparently our daughters did get in contact with each other so that’s good. I’ll keep posting until I can pm you. </p>
<p>actsandsings, I did get your pm but, as stated above, can’t respond yet. I did send you an email. Thanks for connecting. </p>
<p>Any other Ball state parents/students out there, jump on board. I feel pretty far removed and it will help to connect with others.</p>