Finally, the kids are back at school. Don't get me wrong...I love having my kids at home. I love summer. I love the camping, the fishing, and the beach going. But I also love a house that doesn't look like a hungry horde just ravaged the place.

Which is one of the reasons I love Back to School season. The "hordes" are in the classroom now instead of making a wreck of my house. Which means their teachers are the ones in charge of their boundless energy and curiosity.

That's why I always try to send a little something special to their teachers at the first of the year. Teachers don't get a lot of praise. They don't make a lot of money. But most will say they can't think of a more rewarding job.

I certainly can't think of a more important job than educating our children. So teachers deserve a little recognition. Even if it's just a small gift that makes them smile as the new school year begins.

Your "Thank a Teacher" Gift Guru,
Linda