Oh how I long for the days when “Electronics Day” wasn’t a thing! My daughter has been begging us for a new toy to bring in to school for Electronics Day. It’s an hour of free time where students can … [Read more...]
Think like an entrepreneur and help your dghtr succeed in college
Why selling GS cookies is a game changer
So it’s that time of year! Girl Scout cookie time!!!!!
And if you don’t have someone to order from, let me highlight my fav troop in Yonkers, New York and ask you to order from them. Last year the girls spent the weekend in DC. I know they have something great planned this year!!
But selling and buying cookies is much bigger than just raising money for a local troop. It’s about empowering young skills for life.
What exactly do they learn? Oh let me count the ways…. OK I’ll just list three to get you started! [Read More…]
Don’t add another activity on your dghtr’s calendar
I know you want the best for your daughter. But, please don’t schedule your daughter for another —-Extra-curricular activity —-Sport —-Dance/Cheer/Competitive (fill-in-the-blank) Because you want her college application to look better. I’m betting that she has enough activities on her resume right now. Instead, give your daughter time to explore her interests and make some mistakes. […]
6 easy tips to get started with your school’s fall fundraising
It’s that time of year again. Get your checkbooks ready. It’s fundraising time!! There will be chocolate stacks Wrapping paper, magazine and cards a ‘plenty. And stocking stuffers that you really didn’t need but looked cute in the catalog. Moms, I know you understand that schools and related organizations need money. It costs alot to educate your […]
Stop the hype. It takes more than a 5 second inspirational quote
I’m tired y’all The inspirational quotes on Instagram The beautiful photos on Pinterest The happy happy joy joy “I discovered this mountaintop moment” on Facebook. The tshirt slogans that say “You can do it”. I’m tired of people packaging life lessons for our youth into a 5 second inspiration quote. Yes, we all need to […]