School hasn’t quite ended yet here in Massachusetts, but my kids are ready. The big job of decluttering school stuff is on the horizon. Let’s get ready!
June is here, and along with the promise of summer fun comes the big ol’ backpack dump. You know the one. Crumpled worksheets, end-of-year art projects, dried-out markers, snack wrappers, and mysterious science experiments. If you’re staring at a mountain of school papers and wondering how on earth to sort it all, don’t worry. You’re not alone, and it can actually be a fun and meaningful process with the kids. Read this post — Read full post
Are your kids ready to be done with school for the year? I bet they are! Let’s try to come up with some fun screen-free activities for the kids.
The school year’s done, backpacks have been tossed in closets, and the sweet taste of summer freedom is finally here! But if your house is anything like mine, that excitement lasts about…three days. Then come the dreaded words: “I’m bored!”, usually while holding a remote or game controller. DealDash has your back with a list of easy, screen-free activities to help your kiddos dive into summer break in the best way, — Read full post
It’s almost the end of May, school will be getting out soon! Are you ready to celebrate? Me too!
Can you believe another school year is almost behind us? It feels like just yesterday we were labeling folders and picking out first-day outfits. Now, the backpacks are fraying, lunchboxes are mysteriously sticky, and the countdown to summer is officially on! Whether your kids are finishing second grade or wrapping up middle school, it’s the perfect time to pause and celebrate their hard work—with fun, stress-free activities the whole family can enjoy. — Read full post
There are only a couple months of school left. My calendar is full of school activities, let’s get organized!
If May had a theme, it would be: chaos with a side of carpool. Between end-of-year concerts, soccer tournaments, science fairs, and dance recitals, this month can leave even the most organized parents wondering if they’ve accidentally taken on a part-time job as a chauffeur. (Spoiler: you have.) But don’t worry, you’re not alone, and there are ways to keep the calendar from taking over your life. Here are some practical, sanity-saving tips from DealDash that help our family juggle it — Read full post
Having kids means that sometimes your own hobbies go on the back-burner for a while. However, this is your sign to take back just a little bit of time for yourself.
Between school drop-offs, meal prep, and endless laundry, it can feel like there’s no time left for yourself, let alone a hobby! But making time for the things you love is not only possible, it’s essential for your well-being. Hobbies can help reduce stress, boost creativity, and even make you a more patient parent. So how can you carve out time for your interests while raising a family? Here — Read full post
