by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 5, 2026 | organization
The back-to-school experience is always presented as an organizational sprint: new backpack, new shoes, a bunch of notebooks, perhaps a fresh haircut. It’s all practical. Parents tend to focus on the visible stuff that can be bought, photographed, and checked...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 21, 2026 | parenting
It is a big deal when any child goes to school for the first time, or even when they go back to school after the summer break. Although there are many resources that help parents prepare their children for the event, not many realize the emotional toll it places on...
by Jaimi Erickson | Aug 9, 2020 | motivation, organization
As I approach the first day of school, I do not want to let fear and anxiety lead me. I am focused on a systematic approach to our school year. These 5 tips help me with planning for the year ahead-any year. Balance can still be reached when we take a smart approach...
by Jaimi Erickson | Sep 8, 2019 | homemaking, quick tip
Now that summer is over and the kiddos are back in school (yay!) making sure that they have healthy food (which they will actually eat) is a whole new area that we moms have to tackle. #thestruggleisreal These back to school lunch ideas are a hit in my house. Back to...
by Jaimi Erickson | Sep 2, 2019 | parenting, quick tip
This topic of helping our kids focus and calm down is always part of back to school season. We all want our children to thrive each year, and that means helping them learn to the best of their abilities. Actions and emotions of children – and adults – are effected by...
