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    Fall! A List of Intentions

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    Believe it or not, I can tell that fall has descended upon Houston. Of course it still feels hot, but it’s not an oppressive, inferno kind of heat.

    The summer came and went, and I don’t really feel like I had a chance to “seize the season.” I was inspired by Amanda’s list, but I couldn’t seem to make time for own delicious list making.

    So now fall is here, and I want to set some intentions. How can I best take advantage of the fall for myself and for our little family?

    Let’s see:

    • Go to a pumpkin patch! Yes and yes! It would
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    Saving for College: 529s

    I’ve had it on my to-do list since Henry was born to start a tax-free 529 savings plan to begin squirreling away money for his college tuition (and to allow the magic of compounding interest to help us out). We’re opting for a 529 rather than pre-paying in-state tuition because we have no idea where Henry will end up (we really don’t even know if he’ll go to college).

    But here we are, seven months later, and we haven’t done it yet. I really don’t know how to compare all the plans (every state has a different one, and you can invest in any state’s plan). Matt’s dad is recommending

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    DIY Business Cards

    In preparation to attend a Teach For America leadership summit, I decided that I needed business cards. I was in a quandary because I didn’t yet have the logo for Montessori For All. However, I needed something to pass out in case I connected with anyone.

    So I decided to pull together some easy-peasy business cards, using materials I already have on hand.

    First, I did a little internet research to get inspired. I searched Pinterest for ideas, but ultimately, I was most inspired by Jordan’s ideas over at Oh Happy Day.

    First, she had this simple idea for dipping the edge of each card in dye.


    Then

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