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PAPER AND CRAYONS AND BINDERS…OH, MY!BACK TO SCHOOL 101

It seems like the smoke from our Fourth of July fireworks just cleared, but if you look at the calendar you see it’s almost time for the kids to go back to school. In most places, the kids have less than thirty days of summer vacay left. And if you’ve been to the big box stores lately you know the shelves are lined with all sorts of school supplies, which means it’s time for parents to get ready to spend a big wad of money on school supplies, back to school clothes, sports fees, lunch accounts, and all the other extra-curricular expenses that have somehow become part of the required regimen for kids.

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A Fourth of July Celebration: Fun Ideas for a Patriotic Holiday

Happy Fourth of July! This week, we celebrate our country with barbecues, fireworks, and time spent with family and friends. It's always a fun holiday, but it can be tricky to come up with ideas for patriotic activities.

That's why we've put together this list of fun things to do on the Fourth of July! From watching fireworks to playing games, there is something for everyone in this roundup. We hope you have a happy and safe Fourth of July.

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Honoring (and Celebrating) the Women in the World

This month, we are honoring the women in the world. This is a time to celebrate all that their contributions to society and all that they continue to do. They are mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, and friends. They work hard in their professional lives and contribute to their communities. We honor them for their strength, resilience, and courage.

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How to Plan a Staycation

There’s nothing like a vacation to recharge your batteries, but when you can't afford it or don't have time for an extended stay abroad, there are plenty of alternatives that will still give the feel-good chemicals without breaking any budgets.

A staycation might be just what's needed at home with family while saving on travel costs—and who doesn’t want more quality bonding moments between loved ones?

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