<p>Sorry to hear that the “98% Club” membership rolls are growing. In case you didn’t know already, there is an unofficial “2% Club” which includes all the guys/girls who manage to keep their high school sweethearts throughout college. The 98% Club includes everyone else.</p>
<p>My son says that the 98% Club membership ranks have grown steadily since R-Day. One cadet has handed a letter from his girlfriend on R-Day that she told him not to read until that night. Turned out to be a Dear John letter. Tough way to start Cadet Basic Training.</p>
<p>Prayerful Mom, hope your son’s broken heart heals quickly and that he doesn’t fill the void with bitterness or vengeful feelings. I have counseled my two sons that the temporary relief obtained from acrimony towards your previous girlfriend usually leaves permanent emotional scar tissue that impairs your future relationships. This advice, like most, is easier given than accepted.</p>
<p>Will say a prayer for him and all the cadets struggling with broken hearts of all types.</p>