Back-to-routine faves

Now that the school year is underway and my house is in a bit more of a routine, I wanted to share some of my recent favorite things.

Briefcase purse – Listen, I know that sounds lame and boring, but it’s a great bag that has different pockets. It’s perfect for toting around my laptop, a notebook, my small purse for errands and such, my Kindle, or a book. It stands up too so things stay in there and organized. My friend Megan told me about it, so I’m not alone in this recommendation. I didn’t like the shoulder strap, so I added this one that I previously had on a different bag. 

Simple, comfy dress – As a school board member, I’ve had some extra responsibilities as the school year gets going, so I’ve worn these simple dresses. It’s easy to throw a cardigan on with it. I have this dress in a few colors. 

Favorite pens – Pilot’s Precise V5 are hands down my favorite. I like the different colors for writing on all types of paper, including my beloved yellow legal pads, graph paper, Post-Its, and my Precept workbook. And I’ve started keeping them in a silicone pencil pouch. 

Freezeable lunch bags – They’re easy to clean and have held up well. And they keep my kids’ food cold – as long as they remember to put them in the freezer after school each day. 

Walmart+ – The delivery service is still my best friend. I’d say I average two porch deliveries with mostly groceries each week. It saves me time and helps me feel like I’m accomplishing two things at once!