Today on the blog, Elise is sharing ideas for connecting with your kids daily through school lunch notes! Get fresh ideas for letting the kids know you're rooting for them! www.orsoshesays.com
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5 Fresh, New Ideas for School Lunch Notes for Your Kids (she: Elise)

I wish I could tell you that I have some great ideas to take all of the stress out of planning and packing school lunch…I don’t. What I am offering is a few ideas of how to use their lunch to reconnect with your kids. Once a day, your child will open that box or bag from home to fill up on the nutritious foods that you’ve packed for them. You can use this opportunity to not only connect with their stomachs, but also to reconnect with their minds and hearts.

If your kids started school recently like mine did, I have a feeling that you are going to know why this Family Night lesson popped into my head this week. It is about attitude! Not just any attitude. An attitude like Nephi's. Get the lesson on www.orsoshesays.com.
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Building A Bow Like Nephi – Family Night Lesson (she: Adelle)

When faced with a job, chore, or trial, we can choose to be like Nephi. He was a man who would “Go and do.” He didn’t murmur or complain. Because he made a habit of being a man of action and faith his life was blessed with joy and prosperity. When we look at our wooden bows, we can remember to emulate the Nephi the Book of Mormon prophet.

This is an AWESOME collection of tailgating food ideas, that would make any football party rock!!! #tailgating #recipes #football
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Tailgating Food ~ Appetizers and Desserts!!

Whether you’re a football fan, or not, I’m guessing you’re a fan of appetizers and desserts. Am I right?!? I’m totally happy to forgo the main dish and dive into appetizers and desserts, so how could I not love tailgating food?? Yum! 

If you have a football party in the works, this post is for you! Or, if you just like food… it’s for you too. 😉

Anyone else have tomatoes coming out of their ears?? This sauce is a perfect and delicious way to put them to good use! Get the recipe on www.orsoshesays.com.
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Roasted Garden Veggie Sauce – Use Up Those Tomatoes! (she: Leesh and Lu)

Anyone else have tomatoes coming out of their ears?? This sauce is a perfect and delicious way to put them to good use! It freezes well, so make a double batch and freeze some for a quick dinner on another day or to have on hand when the days get cold and you need a tasty reminder of your late summer harvest.

September 2017 Visiting Teaching Message - Get the free printable at www.orsoshesays.com
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September 2017 Visiting Teaching Message – Free Printable for Your Use! (she: Jeri)

For those of you who aren’t members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, I hope you can use these quotes and scriptures as well. Most of the subjects are universal Christian subjects and the quotes and scriptures are inspiring and helpful for everyone!

Whether watching the big game at home or at the stadium, these chili dogs would be a great addition to your tailgate spread.
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Chili Dogs – Perfect for Tailgating or “Home”-gating! (she: Liz)

Have you tried cooking hot dogs in a slow cooker? My family loved these chili dogs. And I like that everyone can customize them to their own taste. More chili, less cheese, no onions. You get the idea. All it took was a quick stop at Walmart and we were ready for a fun weeknight homegate party.

This Family Night Lesson is about the Power of Words. How they can be used to uplift or damage. Teach your family to speak with kindness! Get all the lesson info on the blog: www.orsoshesays.com
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The Power of Words – Family Night Lesson on Language (she: Adelle)

Take a moment to use your powerful words to remind your family how much you love them. Point out their strengths and thank them for participating. Bear your testimony about how clean, positive, and uplifting language can invite the Holy Ghost into your life and make a positive impact for good!

Shop Kmart to get the back-to-school essentials you need to make your kids' teachers a school supplies cake! See the how-to in today's post on www.orsoshesays.com.

School Supplies Cake – A Fun Way to Give Supplies to Teachers! (she: Liv)

This year, instead of just buying a box of school supplies and leaving it at the school’s office, I decided to make a cake! When I told my husband, he was so confused. He said he didn’t think homemade treats were allowed in the classroom. I explained to him I meant a cake made out of school supplies! Presentation can make all the difference in how a gift is received, and since I appreciate my daughter’s teachers so much, I wanted to show them with a little extra effort.