Dear Ann and Kate, I’ve been following your account for several years and you always seem to have good answers when it comes to dealing with family members. My question is this – I have 2 teenagers and a preteen and I’m constantly battling with them about their rooms, the entryway (where they drop all their stuff) and their bathroom….
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With school starting in New York and New Jersey this week, fall is definitely beginning to feel real! The temperatures may still be high, but our thoughts are moving towards cool, crisp days and cozy afternoons snuggled up on the couch with our favorite throws. Because blankets are seasonal items, they often don’t have an appropriate home and can make…
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The chores we have to do on a daily basis can quickly become overwhelming. There are some that you can do on autopilot; emptying the dishwasher, doing the laundry, taking out the garbage. But feeding yourself and your family is a different sort of animal entirely. It takes endless thought, planning, prepping and execution. Is it any wonder that we…
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If you’ve been wanting to get into a consistent workout routine, now is a great time to give it a try. As your schedule pivots with kids getting back to school and vacations (sadly) in the rearview mirror, organizing your day is crucial to keeping things running smoothly. Why not prioritize your health and schedule in some time for exercise?…
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Can you believe it’s already August?! As quickly as this month snuck up on us, we imagine September will be here before we can say, “back to school”. Now is the time to start getting organized so you can send your kids off with a sense of calm and excitement without the anxiety disorganization can cause. But it seems like…
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