What should Daughter Say?

wjb
Thu, 06 Aug 2009 08:28:12 +0000

As for your response to parents’ inquiries about your daughter’s college list, here’s the strategy I used. When asked about where S was applying, I said something along the lines of “Oh, he’s applying to several of the usual suspects. He has asked me not to talk specifically about his choices. I have to honor his request.” I said it with a smile and no edge at all. I was surprised by how well it worked.