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Comments Feb 16, 2012 | Kids, Summer, Vacation

How to Schedule Summer Camps

Today I want to talk with you about planning for summer camps. While its winter in most of the country we are freezing this week, lots of snow has finally arrived because its February. And if its February in some cases you might already be too late to make plans for summer camp. I know ...

Comments Dec 16, 2011 | Christmas, Community, Gifts, Organize by Holiday, Staples

Last Minute Music Gifts for Kids

With just 8 shopping days left, the holidays are here and its time to get those last minute gifts done! My kids love music and portable music gifts are on their Christmas lists every year. Updating a post from last year, here are my tips for last minute music gifts for kids ~ enjoy! You ...

Comments Sep 7, 2011 | Back To School, Procter & Gamble

How to Support your Child’s Teacher

With so many Moms juggling back to school chaos, its easy to overlook what a big difference you can make simply by donating supplies. Last month at BlogHer I learned about TeacherWishList.com Its a fantastic site created by School Family Media and sponsored by Bounty Paper Towels. The Teacher Wish List service connects parents with ...

Comments Aug 31, 2011 | Back To School, Teens

Manage Your Mobile for Back to School

The new school year is a great time to put fresh strategies in place and set new ground rules about how, when and where technology will be used in your family. Learning how to be focused, how not to multitask, and learning how to give the task at hand your undivided attention are skills that ...

1 comment Aug 24, 2011 | Back To School, Kids, Paperwork

How to Be Organized on Back to School Night

While we hang onto the last days of summer making the most of our time at the pool soaking up the sun, the reality of back to school night has arrived. Just a few days away and at 3 separate buildings, I’ve got my hands full to make sure we capture all the important information, ...

Comments Aug 18, 2011 | Back To School, Kids

Clean Up for Back to School

Back to school is a flurry of activity and I always find I want to rip apart my house and clean every single corner. But the reality is I am torn between making sure we spend our time having fun and celebrating our last few days of summer instead of spending precious time cleaning. I ...

1 comment Aug 17, 2011 | Back To School, Guest Blogger

7 ways to get organized for back-to-school

Only two more weeks until school starts! I am excited for our kids to have a fresh start, renewed friendships, and new experiences. But honestly, I dread being tied to a schedule, the afternoons spent in the car juggling activities, the tears from homework (which is harder than it used to be), and the struggle ...

1 comment Jul 20, 2011 | Back To School, Organize by Topic, The Stow Company

How to Organize a Garage Sale for Back to School

With the new school year right around the corner, it will be time for back to school shopping and fall garage sales before we know it! When the dog days of summer arrive and the heat is on, I find I’m always looking for projects to do that keep the entire family busy and ...

Comments Jul 20, 2011 | Back To School, Organize by Topic

Back to School Early

Back to School Season is upon us whether you like it or not. Clothing stores saw the beginning of back to school product placement as early as July 4th and just last week office supply store weekly penny and quarter school supply sales began. While many of us may just be settling into our 2nd ...

Comments Sep 1, 2010 | Back To School, Organize by Topic, Sam's Club Spokesperson, Spokesperson

Back To School Tips: What’s A Busy Parent To Do?

It’s mid-August and that means back-to-school season is in full swing. For busy parents just like me, the personal to-do list just got longer with a deadline while we get the kids ready for the New Year ahead. In our home, we’ll have children in three different schools which will surely bring a vertical ...