Cole starts college on Monday. I can't begin to express all of the emotions tied up in that phrase. Pride, excitement, sadness. But enough about that for now. I might get a little teary eyed.
Cole went to the campus book store to purchase his books yesterday. He bought three used books and one new book. I know, a new book, but, the new book isn't available as a used book, it's BRAND NEW, so he had no choice. But the new book wasn't the most expensive book. The most expensive book he purchased, which was used, was $117. A book on Chemistry. It's paperback.
The total for all four books . . . $403.00. Isn't that ridiculous? I mean, really, its paper. $403.00. They don't LOOK like they cost $403.00, do they?
Thank heavens for a scholarship that provides a $500 book allowance!
You are very fortunate for the book allowance! That price is actually normal....but always try half.com - I usually make out well at that site!
ReplyDeleteI know that my daughter ordered a lot of hers on Amazon, and half-books (not sure of the name) and some from Barnes and Noble. Most are cheaper than the bookstore!!! I'm searching for some cheaper ones for my son right now!!!
ReplyDeleteI have one more year until our youngest is in college. She's been homeschooled since 7th grade, so the separation may be tearful here. Amazon and eBay are a great place to buy books for less.
ReplyDeleteI was looking at your header photo. What a beautiful area! My husband and I are looking for retirement land in the country like that. Where in Missouri are you located?
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How exciting! Hope he has a great year.
ReplyDeleteSomeone, somewhere makes out like a bandit on college textbooks and it's just wrong!
ReplyDeleteI think my daughter was able to use her chemistry and bio books for 2 semesters, so that was bonus!!
She ordered some through the internet...word from experience...make sure that you get the fastest shipping you can..pay extra for it.