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August 21, 2026

I LOVE LISTS

Hobonichi Cousin- Tracy Benjamin Shutterbean/The Handwriting Club

I LOVE LISTS 

  1. These old photos will give you some perspective. 
  2. This eclipse photo was a year in the making. 
  3. You can make a planetarium out of cardboard. 
  4. Another round of new products at Trader Joe’s. 
  5. How to make camping foods with Trader Joe’s items. 
  6. I’m excited to watch this Mr. T documentary. 
  7. I am abnormally excited for my new outdoor tablecloth.
  8. How A.C. in theaters led to the concept of the Summer Blockbuster. 
  9. Do you know what wifi means? 
  10. Did you read about this Garfield debacle?
  11. A website to get lost on- an Archive of Archives. 
  12. People share ways to make meaningful human connections. 
  13. Fast food chicken nugget taste test! 
  14. How many of these Victorian phrases do you still say?
  15. Robots are making eggs now. 
  16. A field of glowing sunflowers! 
  17. Did your car in the 90s have any of these? 
  18. Are you harvesting seeds? Do you have them organized?
  19. Which word stamp would you choose?
  20. Weekend baking: Gluten-Free Popovers! (add jam!)
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August 20, 2026

Back to School Prep: Tips for a Smoother Week

Get ready for a smoother school week with these simple Back to School Prep ideas! From meal planning and easy snacks to organizing schedules, school supplies, and weekly routines, a little preparation can make busy mornings feel much easier. Find practical planning and everyday life inspiration on Shutterbean.com.

The last time I wrote a post about Back-to-School Prep was in 2018. Back then, my child was 9. As I write this in 2026, I have an almost 18-year-old senior in high school. His last year before college.

Holy crap, we’ve made it. 

Since then, I’ve learned a lot. I’ve also made a lot of things my past self would have needed to make school life easier. So I’m gathering it all here for us: the systems, routines, reminders, and little ways I like to reset myself for school. 

Perhaps I can leave a trail of knowledge behind for those of you who are just beginning your journey through school?

Here’s how I do Back-to-School Prep! 

CONTINUE READING

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August 17, 2026

Intentions for the Week

 

Intentions for the Week Workbook by Tracy Benjamin now on sale!

Intentions for the Week- Week 34 in 2026

Hi friends! Happy Monday! Did you have a good weekend? Did you get some self-care in?  I dropped off a bag for donation and distributed a bunch of books in free mini libraries in my neighborhood. 

SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION (here), and I HAVE A SENIOR IN HIGH SCHOOL.

What what??!! 

That means I need to start back up on the meal prep train! I usually take a break during Summer because our weeks are a little less hectic. 

Here are My Intentions for the Week! 

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