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quaint

(5,112 posts)
Mon Jun 16, 2025, 01:44 PM Jun 2025

Just a tiny brag.

My youngest granddaughter received her acceptance to USC.
Child of my just turned 60 son who was born just after I turned 15.
That's why I'm a braggart.

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Irish_Dem

(82,386 posts)
2. Wow, quite an accomplishment for this young lady.
Mon Jun 16, 2025, 01:54 PM
Jun 2025

And for the family who helped her!

She will go far in life.

Irish_Dem

(82,386 posts)
7. USC believes in her and recognizes her talent, ability, and hard work.
Mon Jun 16, 2025, 02:21 PM
Jun 2025

Your granddaughter underestimated herself.

quaint

(5,112 posts)
10. Thank you. My son now plans to retire at 75.
Mon Jun 16, 2025, 03:50 PM
Jun 2025

He planned for tuition but housing is a shocker.

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