#TGIBTS :: Fruit of the Loom :: #BackToSchool :: review + $75 Walmart giveaway

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 I received a gift card from Fruit of the Loom in exchange for writing this blog post. Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

We are enjoying our last full week of summer vacation. School starts August 27th for us. We sleep in, stay in our PJ’s til the spirit moves, and snuggle on the couch while we watch cartoons. We are really good at being lazy in the morning. That being said, it means we need to be as prepared as possible for the mornings we have to get out the door. Having enough underwear to stay ahead of the laundry is very important. While I’m having great success with THIS laundry system we started a few months back, a week’s worth of underoos is a good idea. I shopped for the Fruit of the Loom bonus packs at Walmart to get us all ship shape for the coming school year.

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I did all our #BackToSchool shopping online with Walmart. It’s a form of torture for me to have to shop with all 3 kids. Anytime I can shop online, I’m a happy girl. I got all Jack & Annabelle’s supplies for class, Fruit of the Loom undershirts and underwear, and a new (SUPER NARROW) booster seat to help alleviate the car drama we have getting buckled. Let me make a plug for the Bubble Bum seat. I got it based on Robyn’s review and because I read it’s the most narrow booster in all the lands! It’s been the answer to getting the kids buckled safely and in a timely fashion. We might have a fighting chance to get to school on time.

#TGIBTS stands for “Thank Goodness It’s Back to School”. I don’t believe I will ever be a morning person, but after I get over the fact that we have to get up and out the door for school, I can appreciate the structure that school brings back to our home for the next 8 months. Speaking of heading back to school, have you printed your free “first day of school” sign that we shared a few weeks ago?

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417 thoughts on “#TGIBTS :: Fruit of the Loom :: #BackToSchool :: review + $75 Walmart giveaway”

  3. They’re excited and I’ll have more free time so it’s a win-win. I just have to get odds and ends depending on what additional supplies their teachers ask for.

  7. I’m not sure why I have never thought to do back to school shopping online! I’m going to start now though! We are always needing school/office supplies here.

  9. Thanks for the giveaway…our kids are excited about school; we still need to do a bit of BTS shopping for school supplies.

  10. Notebooks and book covers are still on our list. I feel okay, but I love having my daughter around more in the summer.

  13. My children are no longer in school but I do a lot of shopping for my office supplies during the back to school sales.

  14. She was excited, but I wasn’t. It is hard to see the summer come to an end. It always seems like it goes by so fast and there is more we want to do.

  18. My kiddo just went back to school this past week so there isn’t anything left that we need to purchase but she will need a new winter jacket shortly since she outgrew hers from last year!

  19. I am so excited about my son starting his freshman year in high school. I still need to buy a new laptop.

  20. It is a bittersweet time as my son starts his senior year of high school and is attending college part time.

  21. I am excited because they love school and really enjoy the teachers and friends. We have folders and pencils and the odd things still to get

  23. i was happy they went back because they have a fun time with their friends. I have to pick up a few sock covers for the books, otherwise we are done.

  26. Mostly sad. Every year means another year learning new ways to be independent of me, and I like being needed. Nothing major on the list anymore; she’s been in school for a month!

  27. I am sad they are moving up a grade in school. I just need to get a few more folders for them.

  30. I always miss the kids when they go back to school! We got pretty much everything on our list except for a calculator for my daughter. The first one we got refused to work, I guess it didn’t want to go to school 🙂

  31. i do not have children but i am excited to go back to school; two more semesters and i will have my MBA!

  32. House seems a little lonely now that the grandchildren are back to school. We have got all their supplies for now.

  33. I was very anxious when my son went back to school. He started first grade and this was the first time he has been gone all day.

  34. I am a little sad that summer is over with. However, I feel education is important and I am glad that the kids are back in school. There are no school supplies left on the list, but everyone could use a new pair of shoes to start off this fall.

  35. I am sort of sad my daughter is going back to school this year. She just turned 9 and is at that age where everything has really become a level of being her best friend just because there isn’t as much time right now needed correcting and parenting (even though I know that doesn’t last long). We have really had an awesome summer together.

  36. My 4 kids are home schooled so now is our hectic time.I always need supplies for them.

  37. I was sad because life is so much less hassled and full of deadlines in the summer, it never seems to last long enough.

  38. My little lady is not in school yet but I know I am going to ball my eyes out next year!

  39. Miss summer fun, but mine is growing up so fast. Lead pencils, and new shoes are always a priority for us.

  43. My son will be going to school next year for the first time.. I’m already dreading it! When did my little boy decide to grow up!! lol. Thank you for the chance to win!!

  44. I never like when school’s back in session. I miss the kids at home. We’ve still got school supplies to pick up. The schools just started back and they didn’t want us to buy anything until we got a list.

  45. Super excited about the kids have started back to school.. we just moved & they love their new school. *Big Plus* — Happy Mama

  50. I’m excited about the kids going back to school. They are all doing really well and getting good grades! I still have index cards and a few folders to buy. Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

  52. I don’t have children yet, but I have two nephews that I purchase back to school supplies for to help my sister purchase their needs.

  53. Back to school jitters are over for me. Even though my son is a grown up I still take advantage of the sales on stationary products.

  54. Kids are grown, but sad when I see the grandkids go back to school…another summer gone 🙁

  59. I am glad to have my kids back in school. They are excited to see their old friends and make new ones.

  60. differen’t emotions.sad and happy.sad they are growing up so fast and happy i get little breaks every now and than.still need to get a couple pairs of jeans

  65. I am going to miss my kids so much when they go back to school. We still need some school supplies like notebooks

  66. My daughter started school with most of her needs met. The one thing left to buy is a sewing kit for her sewing class.

  71. I am happy school has started and they are off to learn again. Still have to buy a few more clothes.

  72. I miss them but I am excited for them to start school. I still have backpacks and jeans on my list.

  74. The kids were all excited. I was sad to see them go but also happy that some quiet time would be mine again. We still need to get some new shoes and fall/winter coats but that’s about it.

  76. I am kind of glad school is here the house will be easier to clean..My son still needs a backpack

  77. I was happy for the grandchildren to start school. My grandson started kindergarten and my granddaughter 1st grade. They were both so excited, that we couldn’t help being excited for them. They both still need more clothes for school.

  79. I miss my children when they go to school, but then I remember it’s only for a few hours. I still need to get my children extra tennis shoes for P.E.

  81. I was sad to have my grandsons go back to school. I spent a lot of time with them during the summer and will miss them.

  83. I am excited that they are back in school as I just started my break in between semesters next month. Which means that I finally can have a relaxing month. I still need to buy them planners.

  86. They are looking forward to going back so I am happy for them. I still have to get long pants and clothes for fall.

  87. My kids were happy to start school, and the quiet is nice. All the school shopping is finished.

  88. My kids are in college now so it is really and exciting time. We don’t have anything left on our shopping list but I am sure they will think of some thing that they still need.

  91. I am caught in the middle of feeling excited for the time, but sad that they aren’t with me. 🙂

  93. Excitement and somewhat bittersweet because my babies are growing up. We have most of the items but I like to get extra in case they need more supplies throughout the year.

  95. I was nervous about my son going back to school, as it was a new school for him. My son could use some winter supplies for school (hats, gloves, etc)

  96. Relief – the summer pace is hectic with five boys but also a tinge of sadness. We have fun and the memories we make are dear to my heart. Nothing left on my school shopping list for now, but I am sure it won’t stay that way for long 🙂

  98. My husband is a teacher, so I always enjoy the summer with him. Our daughter is too young for school, but for the first time this year I got to experience sending a kid off to school in the morning since we have a teenage foster child with us. It was fun gathering school supplies with her 🙂

  100. Its sad and good at the same time. Sad because i miss them, then they come home and they just lay around. Good because its peace time for me.

  103. I was happy about my kids returning to school. They enjoy all the activity and routine that a new school year brings. I love having some free time. One item that is still left on my #BackToSchool shopping list is winter accessories such as hats and gloves. I am sure they need more socks too!

  104. I am happy for back to school, and so are the kids. We will miss the freedom and late nights of the summer break, but are happy to be back with friends and the social interaction. We still need school shoes and better backpacks!

  105. i am glad because they didnt do much sitting at home. School keeps them busy and preparing them for the future. done with all school shopping

  106. I feel bittersweet, because my daughter is a senior! It’s almost over! And, we have nothing left on our list! Yay!

  109. it bums me out a bit. school started on 8/26 which just seems too early. We never went back until Labor Day as a kid.

    we still need folders and glue sticks.

  110. My daughter is in pre-k. Next year will be the big Kindergarten class. We are excited for her. Still need to get a new backpack.

  111. Just about got it all. Be safe and look both ways before crossing streets. Be sure to tell your kids how important that is. I watched a video about distracted drivers around school buses. Very frightening!
    This GC would be amazing to win because we live on 1 income. It is tough.

  112. It’s been many, many years since my son was in school. I do remember how nice it was to get back in to a rhythm with work and school, weekends, etc.

  113. It is always great for the kids to go back to school. I don’t have any school shopping left to do

  117. My youngest graduated 2 years ago, but I always enjoyed back to school time because it reminded me when I was young. Every year held promises of new beginnings and the enjoyment of the unknown. I always loved watching my children experience that.

  120. I think it’s great that they are back to school seeing their friends and learning. Nothing left on the list to get.

  123. I always cry when I drop my kids off for teh first day of school as I really miss them when school starts back. But I also enjoy getting more done and having some me time as well.
    We still have a few odds and ends such as fall jackets and shoes left to purchase.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

  125. Well, i don’t have any kids but I think going back to school is great! As a college student myself, a lap top is still on my back to school list

  128. Back when my son was going to school, there were years when I actually was excited that school was back in. Mom needed a break!

  131. I was excited to have my pre-teen and teen go back to school. They were getting so bored and so anxious to be with their friends again.

    Our school shopping is done (thank goodness!)

  132. All the back to school shopping is done and I think we are all ready at some level to go back to school and get back on a routine.

  134. My kids are excited! We don’t have any more back to school shopping to do, since they go back to school tomorrow!

  135. I was upset because my son only had a 2 month summer. Way to short! He’s already started and he has lots of supplies to get.

  138. I am happy because my daughter is so excited to be going back to school. We still have to purchase shoes and a backpack.

  141. I’m excited about the new school year, it always feels like a fresh start! I still need to get planners and pencils.

  142. My granddaughter was excited to be entering 7th grade this year, and I was excited too! We still need to get some new jeans for school

  143. I’m probably just as excited the girls are back in school. I work from home, and sometimes, it’s just too much having them here and trying to focus.
    They went back 2 weeks ago, and all I have left is a couple new jackets to purchase

  145. Wow, I wasn’t ready for my granddaughter to go back to school as it seems like this summer went too fast. She still needs athletic shoes and some other clothing needs.

  146. They haven’t gone back to school yet, but it’s always bittersweet. Happy for them, a little sad for me. I still need to get pencils and binders.

  150. I am happy about my kid’s going back to school next week. My list is almost complete, still need to get some more notebooks and folders.

  153. I am excited for my daughter to go back to school. I still need to get her a new pair of shoes!

  154. I always feel sad when the kids go back to school as I feel I don’t get to see them as much. I could still use a new backpack.

  155. Back to school means some relaxing time for me! And I think I have most of the back to school shopping done.

  157. I was estactic but a bit sad about my kids going back, we still have to buy extra pants!

  161. no kids here buy my niece & nephew are excited to go back, i’m sure that’ll change as they get older

  162. I’m sad my girls are going back to school. I love having them home all summer, but know it’s time for them to head back to school with their friends.

  163. i am alittle nervous for me since it’s a big change and the bus can be indimindating! I am all done with my shopping except for a backpack

  164. I have mixed emotions on this. I love being apart of their education and helping them learn but I miss just hanging with them.

  165. My little one is back to daycare full time. We need to buy diapers and wipes and extra clothes for him to leave there.

  169. I like it because we all benefit from the schedule and routine change, but it still means growing up :/

  170. My kids are back to school two weeks now were all getting adjusted to it Im glad for them cuz they love school so much.

  171. My children have just started back, one in college, one in high school, both were ready actually for the start of classes. Though summer is enjoyed, everyone is ready to get back to their routines. We currently have a few items left on our back to school list to purchase before we will consider ourselves done with all that is needed. We are excited about another school year to get under way.

  173. I am sad, I love spending the summer with my boys and they are so busy with school and activities that I do not get to spend a large amount of time with them.I still have mechanical pencils, more notebooks and shoes on my list.

  174. My kids are teenagers and they went back to school in early August so we are pretty settled into our routine. My daughter started college this year – living two hours away – so that has been a big adjustment. Exciting for her but also sad for us because we miss her so much.

  175. I am excited kids are back in school and I still need to get shoes: I put it off in case there is a growth spurt.

  176. Weare ready for school. For me it’s bittersweet. It means summer has officially come to an end.

  177. I enjoy the kids going back to school gets us back on schedule. We have shoes left to shop for.

  179. The kids always look forward to seeing their friends more and I look forward to everything they tell me at the end of the day.

  180. I am so happy my sons are going back to school. Our list includes paper, crayons, scissors, pencils, folders, backpack and glue.

  182. Mine are already BTS. They are glad to be back to friends and activities, but it doesn’t seem like too big a deal.

  183. I’m a grammy and I wake up with my Grands and help them get ready for school every day. We ALL miss summer.

  184. I’m a granny who still thrills in being able to help out with my grandson getting off to and from school daily. His mom and dads work hours start early and end after end of schools day, so I do the running for it. And rather enjoy it too. And I like to help all I can with his school supplies and snacks, etc. Like you, I’d much rather sit from my comfy desk chair and order from online with walmart.com. No parking spaces to hunt, germs to pick up with cold seasons and I love the way I can get walmarts free gift cards on certain items you purchase online And free shipping too. Fruit of loom products are easy to pick and lots of choices in styles.

  185. My kids are homeschooled. But they enjoy school at home. We need a few more things.

  186. I feel fine about my girls going back to school, but each start of the school year reminds me that they are growing up so quickly! I have nothing left on the list, which I am so grateful to be done! Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!

  187. I’m ready for them to get back to school next week. They have been getting bored and it will be nice to have everyone back on a regular schedule.

  190. love routines back..but miss kiddos. need new backpacks…hoping i could get by with last years…not so lucky

  191. 4 out of 5 grandkids went back to school last week(I’m enjoying the one on one time with the youngest) …. as a grandma nanny, my shopping list is ongoing> breakfast, snacks and a lot of times supper!!

  192. My son is just starting school so i’m alittle sad and nervous for him. I have one small thing left to buy

  197. My oldest started Kindergarten this year so it was bitter sweet. We’ve pretty much got everything for BTS but I am always buying socks and undergarments throughout the year.

  198. I get excited for my daughter going back to school to see all the progress she will make.

    I’m almost done my daughter’s back to school shopping, but I still have to get her a backpack.

  199. I liked school, but I didn’t like having to go back because it meant loss of summer freedom! I still love summer.

  201. I feel happy and sad. I would keep my daughter young forever if I could. She is so awesome. I hope I have everything

  203. ITS BITTERSWEET MY DAUGHTER WILL BE STARTING HEADSTART NEXT WEEK EVERYTHING IS LEFT ON MY #BackToSchool LIST LOL

  205. This year my 4 year old grandson started preschool and I miss him SO much! We still need to get him some fall/winter clothes and shoes for #BackToSchool.

  206. I’m Excited For The Kids To Go Back To School. We Still Have A Few School Supplies Left On Our List.

  208. I think it is a bummer summer is over but know they are ready to learn and have fun. We are set on all school supplies.

  210. Its sad to see the summer end but its great to start a new school year filled with fun, excitement and learning

  211. I was sad when my daughter went back to school because I miss her so much. We still need to pick up some more jeans and under clothes.

  213. I’m ready for it. 🙂 We pretty much have everything ready, but I’m sure on the last night we will forget we needed a few extra items.

  214. I really didn’t want them to go back. I don’t remember what all we still have to get. Thank you for the giveaway.

  215. I’m glad for the small break I’ll get, but I’ll miss the extra time I get to spend with him!

  217. I’m nervous for my kindergartner. I have almost everything except dry erase markers and binders

  222. I’m returning for my third year of university. I’m so excited! I have ton of things on my back-to-school list. Ahh!

  223. my daughter is in her 2nd yr of junior high, and I am feeling old, lol. Time is going by too quickly. My eldest grandson starts kindergarten as well on Thursday. They both need a few more shirts, socks and undies to complete their back to school shopping.

  224. I’m excited about my kids going back to school, and they’re excited to go back to school to learn and see their friends! I’m done with my back to school shopping!

  225. I’m excited about it because my daughter is so excited. We still need to get new shoes.

  226. i am glad for back to school because it gets us in a routine and gives me more time to myself. we have bought everything we need for back to school

  227. I’m sad to send them back but I’m happy to have a break with all the arguing that summer break seems to bring

  228. I am still excited about it! I get 12 hrs to myself a week now! I know some people say its sad but I for one am enjoying it and feel like I might be able to “find myself” again!

  229. I’ve always hated bits and this year they shortened summer vacation which made it worse.

  230. It’s bittersweet. They are getting older but I get some me time back. We are done hopping but could always use more socks.

  232. My son will be going to school for the first time so I am nervous. He is super excited though !!

  233. Oh I am excited…although I know Carter is so nervous! I am looking forward to being able to do some shopping on my own. 🙂 We still need a backpack, shoes, socks, boxers, and a fall coat!

  235. I don’t have children. I have lots of nephews and nieces that started back. I’m glad they are all enjoying it.

  236. We’ve just moved across country so I’m excited and nervous about the kids starting a new school. I will miss the carefree days of summer, but definitely ready for a more structured routine!

  237. In a way I like my kids going back to school but I dread it also because it means no more sleeping late in the mornings. I still need to buy my son some more uniforms.
    annabella @ centurytel dot net

  238. we get excited, they enjoy school and I get me time during the day LOL. done shopping already.

  242. can’t wait for him to go back! he’s in high school so just pens and notebooks as far as i know

  243. Mine went back on 8/18. It was bittersweet. I was glad, but still sad. And there’s always, always extra supplies of some sort we need. Thank you!

  248. My kids are grown now, and my grandson is too young for school. I was always excited for the kids to learn new things.

  249. I have #BackToSchool list to buy a new back pack, I am looking forward for my son to go back to school and spend few hour to myself, Thank you!

  250. I’m relieved, its hard to keep them occupied the whole summer with activities. It was hectic but all the summer shopping got done.

  255. My daughter started Kindergarten last week! I have to admit I was sad & happy at the same time, although I only showed her the happy side.

  258. It makes me sad that summer has gone by so quick! But I still have another week with him since school doesn’t start until after labor day!! We still need to get backpack and lunch box for him

  259. i was happy knowing school was starting back but now that its here i miss my boy lol i still need to get him some more school clothes and gym clothes

  262. I still need to purchase some athletic shoes for my teen son. I kinda miss my kids when they’re in school.
    Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

  263. I am always happy when they go back to school. Only thing we have left to get is their scientific calculators.

  265. Since dd has been in school for the past 2 weeks, we are done with shopping! 🙂 I am sad to see the summer gone and I can’t wait for Christmas!

  266. We love back to school so much to do but so fun with more friends. WE have coats yet to get.
    vmkids3 at msn dot com

  267. My oldest little guy is 3.5 and we’ll start school next September, but I am actually returning to school for the first time in 7 years! Very exciting and looking forward to new changes.

  268. I am excited for my kids to go back to school! only 3 more days but who is counting!!? I finished up school shopping today.

  270. I don’t have any kids in school, but I would imagine the house would be terribly quiet!

  273. I was sad because we had such a fun summer. I didn’t want it to end. I still need to get my daughter some black socks and tights.

  274. I’m ok with it. I like getting back into a routine and on a schedule. I’m finished with back to school shopping for now since school starts tomorrow. I still need to get teacher supplies though. thank you!

  275. It is always great for the kids to go back to school. I don’t have any shopping left to do.

  277. It’s always bittersweet when my kids go back to school – I enjoy not having the constant “I’m bored” complaining but I don’t like the getting up early & constant rushing around

  278. I miss my kids when they are gone, but look forward to their new challenges. I think we are set for school…at least right now. 🙂 Thank you.

  280. I am excited but still a little sad at the same time. I finished my shopping list today!

  281. The kids are grown up now.
    I was always excited for them the first day of school.
    Also for myself because it gave me more free time.
    thank you

  282. I am happy the kids are going back to school I still need shorts, shirts and sneakers for my son

  283. I don’t have any kids in school right now but when I was a kid I was always very excited to go back and start the new school year!

  284. I’m thrilled they are back in school and not driving me crazy. I don’t need to buy them anything else for now.

  286. I’m am excited for my daughter to go back to school. I think she misses her classmates and she gets bored sometimes so this is good for her as well. I still need to get her some sneakers and a jacket for the winter.

  287. My daughter is away at college, even chose to do summer session to get some classes she was having a hard time getting into during the regular sessions. So, I don’t have to do any back to school shopping!

  288. YEAH! They’re back in school and there’s peace and quiet in the house again……YEAH!!

  289. Mine haven’t started school yet…but I’m sure it’ll be hard on me when they do. We need some new shoes.

  290. I love my daughter will all my heart, but I am thankful when she goes back to school. She is a social butterfly and about two weeks after school gets out she is bored. We stay very busy in the summer with crafts, pool,and the beach. It get rest when school starts.

  291. My child is grown and flown, so she’s not going back to school. I don’t have anything on my #BackToSchool shopping list. Thanks for the giveaway!

  292. I really don’t like back to school. I miss the kids, and I have to go back to work too. We all still need shoes.

  293. I’m glad mine are back in school. It’s good for them to be able to socialize with other children, work on their education, etc. I do miss them but the days go by pretty fast when they’re in school.

  294. I’m sad that my dd is back in school.
    I miss her but I do enjoy the quiet 😉
    she needs socks still.

  296. Going back to school always generates relief and trepidation. I have everything I need.

  297. I was very excited for my kids to start back to school. One of my twin girls Brittany is finally on her own and in the second grade. She has been in CDC for the three years. It helped having her held back. The other twin Breanna is still struggling and will continue in the CDC class but has showed a lot of improvement since Kindergarten. My teenage son Robert has started his Sophomore year in high school. There are still a few things we need in school supplies as throughout the year they need to do various projects. Thanks for the chance!

  298. I’m excited for new adventures but sad summer is coming to a close. We just have backpacks and paper, pencils, makers, and dividers left to get.

  299. My grandson already went back to school, he was excited to go see his friends and I was glad for him

  300. I don’t have any kids but I am glad the ones in the neighborhood are going back, Afternoons will be quiet here!

  302. Bittersweet. They are ready for it, I’m kind of ready but also wanting them home more. We still need backpacks and lunchboxes. Some underwear too.

  303. My kids are grown, so I really don’t care about the back-to-school season. The only thing I want to purchase is a new Cd to help me out in all the traffic!

  306. I have to get my son some new sneakers, his are worn out from last year and a whole summer of fun!

  309. I don’t have any children. Some of my nephews just started for the first time and it was exciting.

    Thanks for the great giveaway!

  310. I look forward to school starting. Gives me some alone time. Still need to grab jeans or my son.

  311. I was glad and sad all at the same time. But know my kids needed to go back to school. #BackToSchool Thanks for this awesome sweep 🙂

  315. I am excited about back to school time, and I love fall! We still need to buy new shoes for the year.

    Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

  316. My kids are grown and I am a retired teacher, so I just breathe a sigh of relief when school starts. LOL!

  318. I have no children in the house, but the neighborhood kids are really ready to go back to school.

  319. Just took my oldest back to college. Sad to have him away. My youngest starts Jr. High this week. Nervous for him.

  320. I feel nervous as always cause they end up calling you for any little reason and I already got everything ready so nothing is left on my list.

  322. not too exited for the early mornings. MY kids need crayons and markers and notebooks.

  325. I loved having my son home, I wish his summer was longer. I still have to buy a backpack for him.

  326. I’m kinda sad, I enjoy having my kids at home. I’ve picked up all the items on their lists, but I’m sure within the first couple of weeks new items will be added.

  327. The worst part about back to school is that summer weather is over and winter is just around the corner 🙁 Just got pens, pencils, higlighters, and sharpies, but I still need notebooks.

  330. I’m always disappointed when our kids have to go back to school because I so enjoy having them home with me! We are finished up with all of our shopping, thank godness!

  331. It’s always a mix of emotions – relief to have some me time again, excitement about all the new events, teachers, and classes, nostalgia for the fun times we have over the summer, and anxiety for all the new pressures and stress the kids face. I still have to buy new sneakers and sports gear this year.

  332. I got most everything I needed at Walmart, but still need to get the kids a backpack. (Ok, maybe that should have been the first thing on the list…)

  333. I am sad that summer is over…but I am happy that she goes back and has that structure and routine that school brings

  334. They are excited about going back, therefore I’m happy for them. I still have to buy backpacks.

  335. My daughter doesn’t go to school anymore but when she did, I like when she went back because she liked going to school.

  336. I really like it when my kids are home and we’re not on a schedule. No homework. Sleep a little later. So, I can’t say that I’m really happy that they are going back to school.
    We just finished the last of our shopping yesterday.

  338. I’m glad they’re going back but not happy the youngest didn’t get into the preschool program at the new school and only for his speech IEP.

  339. I am very happy to get my kids back to school so we can get back on a schedule. We got everything on our back to school shopping list completed as of yesterday. Where all set.

  340. It’s actually my niece & nephews that went back to school. It was a bit of a relief for everyone I think, lol.

  341. I am very excited for my kids to go back to school because it is hard to constantly entertain them. I still need to buy new shoes for them.

  344. We still need school supplies. We don’t get the list until the first day of school.

  345. I don’t want them to go back! This means they are another year older and I would love to keep them little forever! The only thing I have left on my Back to School list is socks for my sons! other then that, I am totally done!

  346. We decided to homeschool this year so I am nervous for different reasons, we still need to purchase some new clothes and supplies.

  351. I feel like its going to be very bitter sweet this year. My baby will be starting kindergarten. I still need to buy shoes.

  358. My kids are grown and out of school — and I am SO glad I don’t have to deal with THAT insanity anymore!

  360. Still need to buy a coat, but it’s way too early to think about that – it’s 100 degrees!

  364. My son is out of school, so, back to school time is very relaxing. It is less stressful too! I did buy two backpacks and filled them with school supplies and dropped them off at my son’s old elementary school. 🙂

  366. its nice to have some peace and quiet and we have done all our school shopping finally! very happy about it

  367. I like having my daughter around, so I always get a little sad at back to school time. But she likes school and is looking forward to going back. My daughter still needs to get jeans.

  370. After a VERY long summer I am excited about the kids going back to school. We still have socks and sneakers on our list to purchase.

  371. I do not have anything on my #BackToSchool list, they are back n school; they are happy to be going back.

  374. I have been slowly getting things they need and when you’re single with as many kids as i have, gets costly too. I still need some supplies and a few backpacks along with kids shoes. I am glad they are going back, they get bored after a few weeks they say

  375. I was sad to see them start back. My youngest started kindergarten. All school supplies are bought, just want to get some new socks for them.

  376. My grandson is excited about going to school and I am happy for him.

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  377. I was excited for my kids to start school again 🙂 I still want to get some more school clothes tho’. That’s big on my list! They grow out of them so fast 🙂

  378. Mine are itty bitty, so we’re doing fun learning activities at home; we’d love to get some new art supplies!!!

  379. My son goes back Sept 3rd and I am happy to see him go back to school, he loves school and misses it. I still have to get shoes and some school supplies.

  380. I’m currently done with B2S shopping… but this time of year is great to replenish the stocks! The sales on paper, pens & gadgets are great!

  381. when my boys go back to school that means I have to go back to school. I was not ready. Thank you

  382. Im going to miss her when she goes back to school, but with me working more its for the best. I’m happy she gets to reconnect with her friends from last year and be more active.

  385. I’m sad to see them go back to school. My initial back to school shopping is done, but it really seems never ending.

  386. I still have a few things on the list to get before school. I’m sad summer is ending and things will get really hectic for the new school year.

  387. Kids have been back for a week now and shopping is just about done. Need a few more things once it starts to get cold

  389. I am gllad school is back in session! Kids missed school and their friends. I still have to get more socks.

  390. When my kids were in school I was always sad to see the summer end. I missed them.

  391. I was always scared to go back to school. I still need to buy a calculator for back to school shopping.

  392. I was sad to see my grandson have to go back to school. It seems that summer gets shorter every year!

  393. I feel elated. I love my daughter, but when school starts back I get some mommy time again. I still need to buy shoes.

  395. They are excited to be back and see their friends. I still need to get some shoes for them.

  396. I feel sad that my son is getting so big, but i’m so proud of him at the same time! Our back to school list includes glue, crayons, pencils, clothes and shoes!

  397. I am happy that my kids are going back to school because it will keep them busy, but I will miss them. My daughter still needs dresses and leggings, while my son needs new pants.

  398. My daughter went back to school two weeks ago and I was ecstatic. My son’s going to start preschool and I’m more apprehensive about that. We’ve gotten all the supplies for back-to-school already.

  399. We homeschool and I’m just excited for more activities this fall. We are done shopping, for now.

  400. im not a fan of back to school time. I still need to get my LO fall and winter clothes

  402. I’m going to miss them so much! I still need long sleeved shirts and a winter coat for my son.

  403. I’m happy he’s in 8th grade. Need school clothes so that is what is on my list.

  404. I am excited that my kids have gone back to school. They missed their friends. I have the BTS list completed.

  406. I am a 43 year old mother of 3 girls and just recently a 3 month old boy. My oldest daughter who is 22 just signed up for her first year of community college , after taking a
    hiatus and doing some traveling and I totally supported her decision. Her question to me was “Mom can we go school supply shopping” .I said yes after I see what’s left over from bills. My second born is starting her senior year at a Charter High School with a 4.0 grade point average. All I could say is she gets it from her momma.So proud of her I can’t find the words to explain her, she is magic to me . My third child is starting 4th grade and well words can’t explain her neither , except hyper . I’ll just say a prayer for her teacher. She is definitely my wild child . Last but not least my final child , I just had him 3 months ago ,he is my miracle child. I’m definitely cherishing my days home with him , he is my angel.I think I’ll be crying on his first day of preschool. So there you have it my ADVENTURER, SCHOLARLY, WILD CHILD, ANGEL. We all live on a budget my husband is the only one working at this time 75$ would help so much. Thank You

  407. I think it is great because it keeps them for lounging all day. Right now the only things on the list are clothes

  408. My son is just in preschool, so no real worries there yet. I still need to find him some new jeans and tennis shoes.

  410. SO excited, my oldest daughter started high school, my middle start 7th grade and my youngest start Kindergarten, we love back to school!! Looking for my outfits for the kids, have to do it in increments!

  411. I’m sad that Summer is over and I didn’t accomplish all the fun things I was hoping too before the super cold Winter returns and we are all stuck back inside lest we freeze to death.

  412. My kids are too young for school actually…. 17 mos. And 2 mos. 🙂 but I’d still love to win and get them new winter clothes and shoes for my 17 month old!

  413. Mine don’t go back until after Labor Day, so I’m excited for it! We still need three pairs of sneakers, new socks & underwear, and some jeans.

  414. I am sad/nervous/happy/excited. It is my first kindergartner. Can you tell? I am done school shopping! Phew!

  415. I was excited and so was he. We got everything on our list but my three year old is going to start school soon so I may need to buy more stuff still.

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