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take a step back from the center of their child’s life,” explains Greenberg. “At the university level, communication goes directly to the student. Parents can set clear expectations with their teen about communication they expect to be notified of promptly (i.e., tuition, deadlines, grades, etc.) as well as communication their teen can choose not to share,” suggests Howell. She ex- plains that holding a young adult to a higher level of responsi- bility will help him have a more successful college experience. TIPS & TALES “Give a quick hug and kiss and then walk away. Don’t go back for another goodbye. If you want to listen to music on the way home, make sure they are happy tunes.” — Beth Ackerman, Staatsburg, NY “I thought leaving my first born at FIT in Manhattan would be a very sad day, but I brought a book to read on the way home. This kept me from dwelling on the fact that we had just left her.” — Terri Brown, Mayfield, NY Myrna Beth Haskell is the author of “LIONS and TIGERS and TEENS: Expert advice and support for the conscientious par- ent just like you” (Unlimited Publishing, LLC). Her work has appeared in publications across the U.S. as well as internation- ally. Learn more at www.myrnahaskell.com. Now Serving Food Bounce House Rentals Available Party Room Summer Hours: Tues. - Fri. 10am-6pm Buy One, Get One 1/2 OFF 4401 Bryant & Stratton Way Clarence (off Main St. near Transit) www.LeapsNBounce.com Regular Admission Expires 8/31/19 Asa Ransom House 10 R H V i oom istoRic illage nn Enjoy Afternoon Tea or Dinner (over 24 selections) on our Front Porch or in the new Garden Cafe. Reservations Recommended View Rooms at www.AsaRansom.com 10529 Main Street, Clarence, NY • (716) 759-2315 The Original Fun Family Movie Experience... • Mini Golf • Playground • • Concessions • Call or visit our website for times and films scheduled on our 5 giant outdoor screens. 625-8535 WWW.TRANSITDRIVEIN.COM August 2019 WNY Family 33