The Best Lately – Back to School Feature
School is starting. It’s getting cooler. Or in some parts of the country, just less hot… New schedules and goals are starting up. That fresh fall wind of ambition is blowing and I think we all get a whiff of it.
So what’s been going on in mom blog land lately? You got it – lots of great posts that go with a back-to-school theme. So that’s our theme for today’s Best Lately, although we have a variety as always!
The Best Lately series hits on some of the posts that have caught my attention recently. Here you go, in no particular order:
Do We Really Need Back To School Shopping?
A new take on this topic. Especially love the idea of preparing “minds, hearts, and spirits” for the school year… not just material stuff.
5 Reasons Your Kids Need You To Abandon The Busy Life
Can you identify? I’ve caught myself saying “just a minute” way too many times to my toddler. And it’s so true that little people need eye contact too!
The Beginner’s Guide To A Minimalist Home
Want to get a minimalist home kicked off? Check out this quick tour of your house and how to do it.
11 Ways To Easily Speed Clean Your House
What we all need especially when we’re back in a busy season, fo sho.
Great story and reminder – the stolen jewelry was not your most valuable possession.
Chick-fil-A: Free 8-Count Chicken Nuggets!
I mean COME ON! What’s not to love about free food from Chick-fil-A?? Till Sept 29.
Podcasts, CrossFit, family photos, mountains, and more!
In this one, check out the “On my heart” section. How to make friends, especially as moms.
How To Hide a Postpartum Belly: The Best Shapewear For The Tummy Pooch
For those of us who don’t have the perfect bounce-back-from-baby-body… which I think is a lot of us! Lots of good info here on what pregnancy does and how to help your muscles recoup!
Being A Better Homeschool Teacher
Frankly these are tips for being a better mom, not just a better homeschool teacher.
The Self-Care You Need Is Spiritual
Check out this powerful idea of the self-care we really need. Definitely not the conventional take on this topic.
5 Ingredients to Boost Your Smoothie
Awesome nutrition to boost your day. Frankly I had never thought of yogurt. (Lame, I know)
Unconventional perspective on choosing the apartment life vs. house life!
Lab Tests You Can Order From Home (Without A Doctor)
Who knew you could do a bunch of lab tests at home? Check this out. Good info.
Problems With Perfumes And Fragrances
Great overview. Be warned: fragrance compounds are considered trade secret, so companies don’t have to disclose all the chemicals.
How “Fun Lunches” Simplify Our School Routine
Make your lunch packing easier and your kids’ lunches more fun. Love all the photos.
And finally! Get going on your goals! This post links to a bunch of posts on goals by the site author. Find an angle that interests you!
