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Tag: backtoschool

Back to School Haircut Supporting the Underprivledged
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Back to School Haircut Supporting the Underprivledged

Caroline MurphyAugust 8, 2016August 9, 2016

It’s on every mom’s to-do  list,  a back to school haircut. We start the year with polished shoes, fresh uniforms,…

How to Polish Penny Loafers
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How to Polish Penny Loafers

Caroline MurphyAugust 9, 2015August 8, 2016

Problem: How do I polish penny loafers? Smart Mama Solution: Read my experience and follow the steps I’ve shared. We…

Share a Haircut at Back to School
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Share a Haircut at Back to School

Caroline MurphyAugust 6, 2015August 8, 2016

It’s time to Share a Haircut at back to school! We’ve got paper, pencils, backpacks, and now haircuts! As part…

Supporting School with Fuel Your School in Miami-Dade
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Supporting School with Fuel Your School in Miami-Dade

Caroline MurphyOctober 8, 2014August 8, 2016

I was a public school teacher for nearly 10 years. It was my life. It was before I was married,…

Back to School for Moms, Too!
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Back to School for Moms, Too!

Caroline MurphyAugust 25, 2014August 8, 2016

It isn’t just time for the kids. Moms and Dads enjoy back to school time for a variety of reasons.…

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It Takes a Village, Donating School Supplies

Caroline MurphyAugust 8, 2014August 8, 2016

It takes a village to raise a child.  It takes a village to get him/her back to school, too.  Donating…

Using Graphic T-Shirts in a Kids’ Wardrobe
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Using Graphic T-Shirts in a Kids’ Wardrobe

Caroline MurphySeptember 18, 2013August 8, 2016

Thankful for my Back to School Children’s Place shopping. Just before the start of the school year, I headed to…

10 DVDs for Kids Under $6
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10 DVDs for Kids Under $6

Caroline MurphyAugust 29, 2013August 8, 2016

Are we there yet? Mom, I’m bored. We decide to drive to save money, not deal with security…and countless other…

FREE Rewards Program for Teachers at Office Depot
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FREE Rewards Program for Teachers at Office Depot

Caroline MurphyAugust 12, 2013November 17, 2016

Teachers:  Don’t buy another school supply item until you’ve signed up for the FREE Rewards program for teachers: the Office Depot…

Creative Ways to Use Tape with Kids
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Creative Ways to Use Tape with Kids

Caroline MurphyAugust 9, 2013November 17, 2016

Enter your local Office Depot store and you’re bound to find a tremendous display of the 3M Expressions Tape. I…

5 Reasons to Love Office Depot Rewards
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5 Reasons to Love Office Depot Rewards

Caroline MurphyAugust 6, 2013November 17, 2016

I am participating in the #ODRewards campaign sponsored by Office Depot. For more information, about Office Depot Rewards, visit their website.…

5 Back to School Items for Kids in Uniforms
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5 Back to School Items for Kids in Uniforms

Caroline MurphyJuly 28, 2013November 17, 2016

Yes, many of our children are dressing in a plaid skort, collared shirt and school issued socks. But, back to…

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Planning Weekly Family Dinner Menu

Caroline MurphySeptember 6, 2012August 8, 2016

Plan a weekly family dinner menu. It’s a smart mama move! Menu planning is a great way to maximize time…

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Back to School Fashion on a Budget at The Children’s Place

Caroline MurphyAugust 15, 2012August 8, 2016

The Back to School fashions at The Children’s Place are affordable, practical and stylish. Moms can depend on The Children’s…

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Springtime Fashion Trends for the Kids

Caroline MurphyFebruary 29, 2012August 8, 2016

The Garden Party is ready to start here! The thought of spring is refreshing!  The birds return from their time…

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When School Ends, the Day Just Begins, Guest Post by Alexis, The Exhausted Mom

Caroline MurphySeptember 7, 2011August 8, 2016

Today I welcome Alexis Prieto, the infamous Exhausted Mom, to share how she manages her exhausting life!  She’s a mom…

Rock ‘N Learn Videos are Excellent Tools for Back to School Learning
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Rock ‘N Learn Videos are Excellent Tools for Back to School Learning

Caroline MurphySeptember 6, 2011August 8, 2016

Reading, writing and arithmetic.  That’s the focus.  Homeschooling, back to school or even just entertainment in the car DVD player…

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Back to School Time – 5 Ways to Make Your Morning Run Smoothly

Caroline MurphyAugust 31, 2011August 8, 2016

On your mark. Get set. GO! Back to school time is here!  Some of us have started. Some are anxiously…

Cooking Recipes

Smart Food: Pot Roast, a Back to School Favorite

Caroline MurphyAugust 18, 2011August 8, 2016

As we get ready for the crazy back to school schedule, we need to stack our decks.  We need to…

Living

Bed Time for Kids Getting Ready for School

Caroline MurphyAugust 14, 2011August 8, 2016

How & when do you establish bed time for kids getting ready for school? We start at minimum a full…

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Smart Home: Morning Routine, Searching for Tips to Establish School Day Mornings

Caroline MurphyAugust 11, 2011August 8, 2016

A morning routine. I love it. I get very type-A at times and like to have things scheduled out to…

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Smart Homa: Cozi, Your Family Organizer!

Caroline MurphyJune 28, 2011August 8, 2016

[ad#Google in Content]   I recently read a great article about Cozi.com, an online calendar and more.  I had never heard…

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Smart Deal: More Back to School Items at Land of Nod Clearance Page!

Caroline MurphyAugust 20, 2010August 8, 2016

As I was filling my shopping cart on The Land of Nod, I kept mumbling that I needed to share…

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Smart Home: Back to School Etiquette

Caroline MurphyAugust 16, 2010August 8, 2016

[ad#Google in Content] This week I welcome Lovely Payoute, president of Etiquette Miami, who offers a wide range of programs…

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Smart Home: School Time

Caroline MurphyJuly 19, 2010August 8, 2016

[ad#Google in Content] A Notebook and a Pencil Dedicate time (it can even be just 5 minutes) to review academic…

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Want to be a School Volunteer this Year? 20% Increase!

Caroline MurphyAugust 20, 2009August 8, 2016

Did you know that the desire to volunteer in a child’s classroom has increased by 20%? According to a groundbreaking…

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