Welcome to your full-body, high-performance survival guide for the new school year. As an empty nester who spent years managing the chaotic morning rush with my own school-age children, I know firsthand that surviving the semester is about balancing my own needs with those of my children and my husband. As they got older their needs changed and having 4 of them in a blended family.. those needs came from so many directions!! Niacinamide needs for 1.. shea balm for my little mouth breather.. extra moisturizing for my olive skin boy with dry skin.. so much to keep up with and then some!! Energy drinks all around for some days.. I know so many of you know exactly what I mean.. So because I am now an empty nester, I felt it couldn’t hurt to throw out a few items I couldn’t make it without… and a few I wish I had to make life easier!! I hope you enjoy and drop a comment if you have any hacks that worked out for you