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46. So true ... my parents made sure all 9 of us went to college

Reply to redstatebluegirl (Reply #42)

Thu Feb 5, 2026, 02:10 PM

Feb 2026

It's unthinkable these days, when even having one child in school costs more than the average worker makes in a year.

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To scientific education in the US Bluestocking Feb 2026 #1

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Plus we grew up with parents who wanted their kids to go to college even if they didn't. redstatebluegirl Feb 2026 #42

So true ... my parents made sure all 9 of us went to college FakeNoose Feb 2026 #46

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