Hold on to the last days of summer with this fresh, delicious BBQ Chicken Salad from Leesh & Lu. Get the recipe on www.orsoshesays.com.
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BBQ Chicken Salad (she: Leesh & Lu)

I love having salad for dinner, but have kind of steered away from it while I’ve had toddlers at home. Without any, or many, molars it’s hard for them to chew and I don’t like to have to make a separate dinner for them. It took a while for me to figure out that the little ones love deconstructed salad just as much I love having it for dinner. Duh.

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Simple Ways to Add the Scriptures to Your Day (she: Adelle)

Amidst the hustle and bustle of work, school, family and church obligations, it can be easy to let things slide. Adelle has some simple ways we can add the Scriptures into each day. I’ve found that when the lazy days of Summer fade and school bells ring I try to recommit myself and my family to our goals….

License Plate game with an easy printable - You could use this easy-to-print license plate game for your family, a classroom game, or for your Cub Scout Pinewood Derby. Find it all on www.orsoshesays.com. #roadtrip #vacation #familyvacation #games #licenseplates #family
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Creative License Plate Game – Decipher the Hidden Message! (she: Rachel)

I get a kick out of the vanity plates I see around town, especially ones with creative spelling.

So I thought it would make a fun game to capture and translate license plates! I can’t guarantee that any of these are actually real, although there are rumors that these plates are truly on the road. You could use this easy-to-print license plate quiz for your family, a classroom game, or for your Cub Scout Pinewood Derby.

The Perfect Game – Thoughts on the Atonement (he: Dan)
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The Perfect Game – Thoughts on the Atonement (he: Dan)

I have come to realize and accept that I was never intended to be the champion of this match. There is someone else who has already played this game perfectly, and with exact obedience. He is the champion of my game. He has already set the example for me to reach for, but one He knows I will never attain. It is my belief that as he watches my efforts unfold, He isn’t sitting there with a clipboard jotting down every single error I commit. Not that He doesn’t see my each fault, He does, but it is my belief that he gently and continually encourages me, entreats me to improve, to re-engage, to pick up my pace, to keep shooting… He is the ultimate teammate, coach and fan.

Today, we are going to show you the best treat to transition from the summer break into your fall adventures. What better way than with the snack that welcomes all wizards back to school on the Hogwarts Express, Pumpkin Pasties? Get the recipe and how-to on www.orsoshesays.com.
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Harry Potter Inspired Pumpkin Pasties (she: Adelle)

Whether you are a wizard, witch or a muggle, you know what this time of year means – back to school! Hi everyone, it’s Adelle from Packed with Fun, the official blog for Get Away Today! Today, we are going to show you the best treat to transition from the summer break into your fall adventures. What better way than with the snack that welcomes all wizards back to school on the Hogwarts Express, Pumpkin Pasties.

Here are some tips for completing a work space makeover for UNDER $75. Check it out at www.orsoshesays.com.

Work Space Makeover for Under $75! (she: Liv)

I recently moved my laptop into my basement “office” and the area needed SO MUCH HELP. It’s also the guest room, the room where we have a piano, and the room in which we’ve set up the electric trains so I’m not always tripping over them upstairs. It’s been a bit of a disaster trying to work amidst all the clutter the last couple of weeks. Working with DaySpring Christian Celebrations to specifically find items to enhance my work space with uplifting messages is just what I needed! It motivated me to take steps toward really making the desk space conducive to my work needs.

Get to know what your kids' teachers really want for teacher appreciation with this free printable getting to know you teacher survey
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Free Printable Teacher Survey – Get to Know Your Kids’ Teachers! (she: Liz)

One of my favorite things to do is give gifts. And teacher gifts are no exception. I love showing our appreciation to all those amazing teachers. I think a gift doesn’t have to be extravagant to be special. Simple gifts that are thoughtful or will mean a lot to the recipient are what’s important. Usually I don’t know all the little details of what a teacher does and doesn’t like. I give a gift that I hope they will like. But this year I thought I’d actually find out what my kids’ teachers really like.

For basic skills like letter recognition, try this fun cookie game Sierra is sharing today. Get the free printable and bake up your own ideas with your little ones at home! Find it all at www.orsoshesays.com.
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Educational and Fun Cookie Game (she: Sierra)

Hello all, it’s Sierra joining you again! “Back to school” season is upon us! I have a preschooler this year, who I’ve decided to home school and I’ve been preparing some lesson plans and fun learning games for him to play. Today I’m sharing a cute cookie game you can play with your own preschooler! There are so many ways you can play the game and it’s a great way for your child to learn their letters and numbers in the process!

Mini bagel pizzas are a really fun way to serve up a meal the family may otherwise be getting tired of. Try this version of pizza in the toaster oven, too, to keep that extra heat to a minimum in the kitchen this summer!
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Mini Bagel Pizzas (she: Kathy)

Hello! It’s Kathy from Beyond the Chicken Coop! Lunch at our house always seems to be frenzied. You would think during the summer or on weekends during the school year that lunch time would be relaxing. In reality, we are often rushing to get lunch on the table and get out the door to our next event. These mini bagel pizzas are a go-to favorite for my family.

Teriyaki Chicken is a perfect no-fuss meal for back to school! See Leesh & Lu's one-pot take on a classic recipe at www.orsoshesays.com.
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Teriyaki Chicken – A Perfect No Fuss Meal for Back to School (she: Leesh & Lu)

Teriyaki Chicken is a perfect no-fuss meal for back to school! See Leesh & Lu’s one-pot take on a classic recipe below. Looking for a no-fuss 30 minute meal? This Teriyaki Chicken comes together as quick as you can cook the rice and it’s likely you already have all the ingredients on hand. Serve it with some…

Here's a back to school Family Night idea from Veronica! Help get everyone prepared and eager to tackle what the year ahead holds. There's a free printable, too! See all the info at www.orsoshesays.com.
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Back to School Family Night idea: A Father’s Blessing (she: Veronica)

Hello! It’s Veronica and I’m so happy to be back! For many, including us, school just started again. (WHERE DOES THE SUMMER GO?!) But, many of you still have a few more weeks of summer left. I thought I would share one of our favorite back to school traditions with you. This back to school Family…