<p>Both kids went coast-to-coast. With S, mailed boxes ahead of time to SIL who lived nearby and SIL picked S up at airport and helped him move in. (Parent and student orientation was held earlier so no need for us to go.)</p>
<p>With D, mailed boxes to the college, flew out with her, rented minivan to truck boxes from holding center to res hall. Went out since parent orientation and student orientation were held at move-in time. Split up buying things beforehand (computer, sheets since D is picky) and getting them upon arrival, e.g., lamp.</p>
<p>Found that FedEx Ground was the cheapest way to ship boxes. Also sent books via media mail.</p>
<p>After dropping D off, H and I went on a vacation through Joshua Tree National Park and environs, ending up at Palm Springs before heading home.</p>