As we move into the second half of May, I feel the need to put on my track shoes. It's not for my occasional jog, but for the sprint I do between now and the end of June. School is almost over, but the calendar is filled with recitals, moving up ceremonies, theater performances, innumerable birthday parties, and the end of year parties. And then camp or summer homes and vacations are on the horizon, and the need to get everything and everybody ready. I do feel as though we are blessed with some kind of extra energy at this time of year--or perhaps it's just because of daylight savings time. Whatever it is--I'll take it!

My tween is going to her first sleep away camp this summer. My husband and I are much more traumatized about this than she is, but if she is ready to spread her wings a bit, we want to give her the opportunity to build her independence. But oh, the preparations: Medical forms, dental check-ups, required clothing lists, choosing activities, and required reading lists. Now I know what my mother went through! And those name tags--they have to go in and on everything! Easy to place on most items, but on some, placing a name tag takes real ingenuity. If you have some tips on creative placements of name tags, please share (racer back swim suits?). We will post them on our facebook page.

Next blog will give some Ottilie & Lulu tips and specials for your child's summer toiletry pack. Got to go--the iron is hot and I'm pressing those name tags!