I'm moving away from home in February for university. I'm staying in a hall of residence, which is sort of like a dorm.
I'll be flying up there on my own and then meeting my Mum's friend and she'll be taking me my hall.
The afternoon we arrive there is an afternoon tea for parents and family members.
My Mum can't fly up with me because she's made it very clear she has other things she'd rather be doing.
I'm really scared and I'm sure all the other people will have their parents with them.
My best friend lives up there and I was wondering if it would be appropriate if I took him along as my 'parents and family'?
He already attends the University.
What do you think?
2007-12-10 00:13:19 · 19 answers · asked by ★☆✿❀ 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
We can definitely afford a return flight for her. It's not the cost that's the problem. And it's not 'your day and age'..
2007-12-10 08:43:09 · update #1
Dear Sarah,
The afternoon tea, most likely, is a reception for the parents. You, and your new schoolmates, probably will be attending an orientation, held concurrently. I don't think, your friend will want to fraternize, with a group of parents, without you.
Also, I suspect many parents will not be there. Probably, the only parents who will be there, are the ones who drove their children to school. There probably will be quite a few students, who drove themselves, or arrived via public transportation, like you will.
There is nothing to be afraid of, you are off to a great adventure!
Larry
2007-12-10 10:25:08 · answer #1 · answered by Larry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wabby ,I think it would be a good idea to have your friend to go with you.He will be a familiar face and you won't feel quite so alone.It can be a little overhelming moving away to go to university but it will be a wonderful experience for you I'm sure.You will meet many new people,some of whom will become lifelong friends and you'll do many new things.Your friend can also introduce you to some of his friends and be the "ice breaker" for you to meet other new students at this tea..It is unfortunate that your mom has taken that position but don't let it ruin your moving away.Sometimes people can't celebrate another persons happiness or success but it seems worse if it is a parent.Take care.
2007-12-10 11:43:18 · answer #2 · answered by gussie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Firstly, I'm very sorry that your Mother isn't going to make it for you.
I'm glad to know that her friend will be able to help you out in taking you to your hal.
I think that, if you could do so, bringing your best friend for moral support would be okay. You may want to check with the university to find out if that would be appropriate, being that he's really not a parent or family member. I'm sure that they will accommodate you, though, seeing that many of the others will be accompanied by parents.
Good luck to you.
2007-12-10 08:19:29 · answer #3 · answered by AV 6 · 8⤊ 0⤋
Your a big girl now! If you feel you need some support sure take him. It's a modern world now. If in doubt ring the people and ask them. Are you comming to Welly?
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2007-12-10 08:36:04 · answer #4 · answered by Antoni 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! It's a mixer where new students get to meet people and part of meeting them is finding out about what sort of people care about them. And friends are family you choose.
2007-12-10 16:17:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Bring him along, you could also bring your mum's friend along as well. Tell people that it was too far for your mum to come, I'm sure they'll be OK with it.
P.s. Are you going to Queens?
2007-12-10 09:22:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not? whatever makes you feel more comfortable. Im sure the uni wont mind and as he already goes to the uni, he can show you around!
2007-12-10 08:48:32 · answer #7 · answered by Natalie Louise 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't see why not.
2007-12-10 09:06:16 · answer #8 · answered by Will 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure....he can go. Going away to school means it is time to grow up, your mom won't always be there anymore. This will be the best years of your life....have fun.
2007-12-10 09:40:31 · answer #9 · answered by ritalcar 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure you don't want to be there by yourself, and as your boy friend already attends, you will have someone to show you around, and to talk with.
2007-12-10 11:55:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋