That's right school is almost back in session. My daughter starts middle school on Monday and I start back the middle of the next week.


I wish I could say that the summer flew by but it did not! I took my first college class in 15 years over the summer. I managed to score an A in a class that was condensed from 16 weeks to 8, but it was stressful. I was constantly reading, taking tests, doing labs etc all the while dealing with both kids at home. Ahh I personally am glad that school is starting in a few day!


When I say that it is a great way to save I really mean it. most if not all stores that carry back to school supplies will put them in clearance usually within a week or two of school starting. This is the perfect time to stock up on already low priced items at an even deeper discount. I know that is can be hard to determine what your child will need from year to year, but you can stock up on the basics that they always need like folders, crayons, notebooks, pencils and stash them for next year. It's the same principal as stashing gifts in a gift closet, or buying Christmas decorations the week after the holiday! I try to do this a lot and now with two of us in school I will be doing it for sure. Also remember the coupons, office/school supply companies always put them out around back to school time!