And just like that–August has arrived. It whistles us back to the routine tossed aside to enjoy warm afternoons, lazy evenings and adventures near and far. I do love summer! I also love the rhythm of routine that comes as we move toward fall.
Before you succumb to the demands of back-to-school madness, be sure to enter our Soak Up Summer giveaway! See the article for some ideas to check off your end-of-summer list. Then go get some school shopping done so that you’ll have the margin to enjoy the outing if you win!
August is an interesting keystone: wrapping up summer, readying for school, preparing for all the activities and being hot and bothered along the way! Ha! As you scramble to put a bow on a fun (and restful?) summer, don’t overlook carving out a moment for yourself. We’ve got a Back-to-School Guide full of tips and ideas to set you up for a great academic year—as well as some things for you to consider as you make yourself a priority.
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Savor the season, Kansas City!
With you on the journey,