• Podcast

    New Podcast Episode: Handling Back to School Like a Boss

    I can’t believe Katherine and I are over here thinking about going back to school. My family is just two weeks away from going back. Goodness!

    In this episode, we start with our current Highs and Lows (i.e., getting to know new colleagues, shifting schedules, special alone time with kids, and an unexpected turn on the progress of my new rental house). Then we shift into Today’s Topic focused on gearing up for back to school. Next we share a couple of Tips & Tricks (screw back earrings and sparkling water). Finally, we close out with Facing Forward to share what we want to make true in our lives in … Read More

  • Functional Fashion

    Back-to-School Shopping: Time to Get Ready

    I know it’s early to start back-to-school shopping. But you all know me well enough to know that the earlier I get started on something (like Halloween), the less stressful it feels! I actually got started in June but am just getting around to this post.

    Our school has uniforms, so back-to-school shopping is a snap. I always try to get the boys pull-up, elastic shorts. When the boys were toddlers, I looked for pull-up shorts as a strategy to support toilet learning. Now I just find that it’s easier to find a comfortable fit!

    Back-to-school shopping: picture of shorts for the boys

    I bought these shorts for the boys for $5 each. Unfortunately, I was only … Read More