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how to make a bento box lunch

I don’t have kids yet, but I like to think I’m qualified to offer advice on them because 1) I have spent a bajillion hours babysitting and 2) I like a lot of the same things kids like.  So when I say, “hey do this for your kid,” I’m also suggesting things that I already do for myself.  And lunch is included in that suggestion, and not just regular lunch, but really fun lunch.

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how to organize your kid's backpack

I love to organize, and backpacks are no exception.  I remember when I was a kid, my backpack always was clean and new and perfect at the beginning of the school year.  Fast forward a month or two and, well, not so much anymore.  Without a good system in place, anything can fall into a disorganized mess, and backpacks are no exception.  Now that school has been in session for awhile, I think it’s the perfect time to share my secrets for backpack organization.

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organizing natasha's pantry

My friend (and C&S partner!) Natasha just moved and asked me to help her plan a pantry system that wouldn't dissolve into mayhem after a few months of use (as pantries often do).  She's lucky to have a pantry space with pull out drawers, but even with this luxury, without a system these drawers could quickly become overloaded with food.  Check out what we did below, hopefully it will help you get your pantry in shape, too.  (And if you still feel overwhelmed, you can hire me to come do it for you!).

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how to keep your teeth white (naturally)

I like white teeth.  Both on myself, and on others.  But mostly on myself.  And people I date.  I've tried using gels and lights and strips and UGH can we please talk about how that makes your teeth quickly become averse to anything hot or cold, NO THANK YOU.  Thus, I've had to take measures into my own hands.  

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