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If you’ve never hosted a tailgate this year is the perfect time to do it! We have tips for hosting a tailgate that your friends and family will love while cheering on your favorite team!

Easy Mess Free Tailgate Grub– The best thing about tailgate food is you get to graze and eat outside! Check out these easy, mess free ways to serve your tailgate snacks and grub!

Tailgate Decor– Thinking of your tailgate as an outdoor party is a fun way to plan for decor and set up! Use these few ideas to bring team cheer and a touch of autumn  to your tailgate!

Say It Like You Mean It– Food labels, drink containers and other touches make a tailgate personal and memorable! Be sure to incorporate a few of these tricks to your next tailgate this Fall! 

Having your kiddo head off to college can be stressful and emotional for the entire family! Here are some tips to make the transition easier for everyone!

1. Have a Plan & Be Prepared- most colleges and universities have apps that give updated information about move in day, traffic patterns and what to expect when you arrive on campus. Make sure you download the app and check it for updates! 
2. “Must Haves” For A New College Student- Dorm life is a change for your kiddo! Make sure you have these items checked off your list to help your college student be ready for their new dorm life!
3. “Tips for The Goodbye”- Most definitely the hardest moment for us parents. Leaving your kiddo and saying goodbye. Here are so ways to keep it positive and memorable! Pre-write a letter to leave behind on their dorm bed. Keep it upbeat and affirming! Take a family pic/ and or pic of the family pet to place on their bulletin board or dorm desk. No lingering. Decide a time and do a quick hug and GO! This is hardest on the parents, but easiest on your college kiddo!

Textured Trends- These top trends are an easy and affordable way to incorporate color and variety to your Easter! Glass eggs, spring branches and topiary bunnies are the perfect trends to set a Spring Inspired Easter Tablescape! 

Hoppy Easter Dessert Bar- These color inspired Easter treats are quick and easy to make and will be a family favorite and look beautiful on your Easter Table!

Rejoice with Heirlooms- Incorporate family heirlooms and meaningful memories to your Easter table! Using small family treasures on your table make it special and a great way to bring past, present and future together! 

• End Zone Buffet- Set up football favorites in individual containers to makes it easy to eat and watch The Big Game!

• Touchdown- These easy and affordable tailgate desserts literally stand on their own and will be sure to score big with your guests! 

• Huddle Up- Big Day Bingo How To’s to make the Big Game a touchdown! 

The Holiday Countdown in on and we’ve got essential and easy tips for making your wrapping creative and easy! It’s in the bag…literally! Save time this holiday season with these stress free wrapping ideas! Handmade felt bags, custom baskets and small bags are all the top tends for this Christmas. Redefine wrapping by using creative containers and the gift itself as part of the wrapping! Finally, a little less holiday hustle & bustle makes for time to jingle & mingle! DIY is the way to go this year especially with COVID. Try making a heartfelt gift or wrap for each other!

September… The kickoff season to all things good…Autumn! This time of year inspires me to try everything we’ve ever wanted to try to do, but never found the time in the past. Whether it be picking apples from an orchard, baking a fresh apple pie, planting mums or starting a new DIY project – Autumn inspires us! Check out your local orchards and support them if you can. Many are hosting Fall Festivals (reservations may be required). It is the perfect way to get your family outside and enjoy the autumn weather while supporting local!

Having a child go off to college is a huge adjustment for both them and you as their parent! No matter how close or far they go, sending a care package can help them get settled in their dorm is the perfect way to remind them of home! Let’s face it, It’s also good therapy for mom and dad!

Make A Plan-plan ahead for mailing care packages based on holidays and college schedule. If your kiddo is at college over Labor Day weekend this will be the perfect time to get a care package there! Mark your calendar and send the next one by Halloween, week leading up to Thanksgiving break.

Make it personal– including gift cards is always a good idea and something they will most definitely use at college! Include a picture of the family dog or pet and an upbeat note from you and or siblings!

Favorite Things-next time you’re at the grocery store grab their favorite snacks to include in the care package! Also, by now they have figured out what they might be needing and don’t have for college. Grab an extra one or two of the specific things and Include them in the care package!

Make it personal– including gift cards is always a good idea and something they will most definitely use at college! Include a picture of the family dog or pet and an upbeat note from you and or siblings!

Have you ever wished that you had a guidebook to hand your teenagers on “life lessons?” A roadmap of sorts to help them discern and navigate this crazy world? Life’s Little GuideBook: Tips for Leading a Meaningful Life is just that book. It is compiled of short and sweet tips, advice and quotes to help you lead your teens and young adults through tough conversations about growing up. With a faith based perspective, Life’s Little GuideBook is meant to inspire the reader to make good decisions in order to help grow as a person of integrity.

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1. Washable Masks & Book Covers– these are affordable and can be found at most superstores and on amazon. They are easy to cover the kids textbooks and can be removed to be washed regularly.
2. Water bottles– many water fountains in school buildings will be limited or not open for use due to COVID restrictions. Be prepared for your kid to need lots of water throughout the school day and many schools are requesting clear water bottles to be used.
3. Cases for school supplies– pencil pouches are a great way for your kids to keep their writing utensils clean, sterile and organized. Consider purchasing washable containers for pencils.
4. Wipeable Lunch bags- many schools going back are requiring to be brought from home. Wipesble lunch bags are easy to sanitize and clean. Look for them most superstores or on amazon.
5. Wipes and hand sanitizer– if possible, stock up now on travel size hand sanitizer and wipes that can conveniently fit in your child’s book bag, lunch container, and desk.