Try These 3 Tips Instead NEED A PERSONAL ASSISTANT TOMANAGE YOUR KIDS’ CRAZY SCHEDULES?
School has started. Youth sports are in full swing. Work is crazy. Food has become more about necessity than enjoyment. All of this can only mean one thing: Fall has begun. The crazy schedules this time of year can make it tough for parents to keep their heads on straight; making it through the insanity sometimes feels more like survival than life. But there are tactics you can employ to turn the tide and find more time for yourself.
And apps like Mealime and MealBoard give you the ability to whip up food that is cost-effective and delicious.
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK While you’re busy trying to rally the troops at soccer practice, the scene at home resembles a horror movie. Laundry is piling up, food is spoiling in the fridge, and the dust bunnies around the house now have names. Housecleaning is a part-time job in its own right. The only way to stay on top of duties around the house is to work together. A chore chart with clear responsibilities is a great place to start. Whether you have one child or eight, everyone is capable of pitching in.
TAG TEAM There’s no reason to try and do everything on your own. The phrase “It takes a village to raise a child” exists because managing the stressors of life requires help. A great place to start is by establishing car pools with a parent group you trust. You can alternate drivers weekly, which provides the opportunity for you to focus your attention on other priorities — or if you’re lucky, have some freedom. THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Technology makes organization easier and more accessible than ever. By using a tool like a shared calendar, you can coordinate the entire family’s schedule so you never miss a beat.
You can have all the organizational abilities in the world, but the best way to manage life’s madness isn’t by directing day-to day-tasks; it’s by managing stress. Instead of using these tools to control life, look at them as a way to free up time so you can decompress and enjoy the things you love.
SCOOTERS EVERYWHERE Life moves pretty fast in downtown Indy. Not so long ago, I’d never even seen an electric scooter in the city. Then suddenly, without warning, they were everywhere — parked on corners, leaning against office buildings, and being driven down the sidewalk by novelty- seeking Hoosiers. Thanks to Bird, a California-based electric scooter startup, the downtown transportation game changed overnight. Capitalism requires competition, so Bird’s arrival was followed shortly by another scooter company, Lime. I’ve never seen more scooters in my life. In addition to questions about helmets, sidewalks, and speed limits, quite a few people have already asked me, “Can I get a DUI on one of those scooters?”The answer is YES. There is absolutely no scooter exception to Indiana’s DUI / OVWI laws. In fact, San Diego has already charged someone for a scooter-related collision where alcohol is suspected to be a factor. And Indianapolis has already had its first serious scooter-related injury accident. MARC’S TIPS AND TRICKS
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GRILLED HAMAND CHEESE
Ingredients
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8 slices of bread (Pullman works best)
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8 ounces ham, thinly sliced
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (preferably Parmigiano- Reggiano)
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1/2 pound Swiss cheese, sliced
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1/4 cup apricot preserves
As I write this, both Bird and Lime have complied with temporary cease-and-desist orders, giving Indianapolis time to draft and enact applicable legislation. I have it on good authority, however, that the scooters will be back. When they return, please remember that a scooter is a vehicle, and it’s against the law to operate one while you’re intoxicated. Also, drive carefully, try not to run into people, and always looks both ways before crossing the street.
Directions
1. Butter each slice of bread on the outsides and sprinkle with Parmesan. 2. Layer ham and cheese evenly on top of 4 slices of bread. 3. Spread apricot preserves and mustard across the other 4 slices. Press sandwiches together. 4. In a cast iron skillet or large sauté pan over medium heat, grill sandwiches until golden, about 3 minutes per side. 5. Cut in half and serve.
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