It’s back to school season and gearing up for this semester may look and feel a little different for us all. Teachers are navigating new online education, parents are pivoting through this new protocol and familiarizing their kiddos, students and littles miss their friends and interacting with their teachers. And, for some, in-classroom learning may be continuing for now, with new guidelines that kids and their teachers are all exploring together.
We understand that no matter what the scope of back to school season looks like, that it’s new for us all, and now more than ever we’re here to comfort, inspire and bring brightness to households, everywhere. Because let’s face it, we could use a little bit of that!
Each week, we’ll be rolling out new Back to School with Starr Ranch Growers ‘School Subjects’ that parents, teachers and kids alike can get excited about! For our first week, we couldn’t help but think ‘A+ in Self Care’ would be fitting. Preparing for the school season can be stressful enough as you hop back into post-summer routines, and we feel that it’s important to take a moment now more than ever to unwind, soak in the final moments of summer, and give yourself some much deserved ‘TLC’.
That said, we’ve prepared the simplest, Soothing Spiced Apple Tea that can calm even the busiest of bees. With loose apple tea, cinnamon, sliced warm Starr Ranch Growers Granny Smith apples, and a splash of coconut milk – this tea is so easy and delicious, and you can enjoy it even with your littles, in the morning before you get your day started, or before bed to treat yourself and soothe. Over the next few weeks, we’re so excited to continue to share simple, time-saving recipes for the fall school season so you can continue to focus on self-care, family-time, and overall health.
A few of our favorite daily reminders for the busy back to school season:
- Slow down and be present: It’s so easy to get wrapped up in the day-to-day stresses, whether you’re patiently trying to share new technologies with your own kids, gear them back up for the classroom, or you’re a teacher yourself transforming your living quarters into a Zoom classroom, or even preparing for the return of in-class learning – all of these different scenarios are certainly stressful and new – try to slow down, don’t be hard on yourself, do your best and remember that you’re not alone!
- Eat well, feel well: Snacking on fresh, whole options will keep the brain fog at bay, and keep you alert, focused and energized for all the school-day festivities. We love snacking on fresh sliced Starr Ranch Apples with peanut butter, or simply chopped over a simple green salad.
- Stretch & Get Fresh Air: It’s easy to end up sitting inside all day, and whatever your circumstances could be – the kids may need to also let out a big burst of energy. Setting aside time for a walk, outside play time and activities will do wonders for keeping up your back to school stamina – and vitamin D will help keep spirits high!
How are you navigating this new back to school reality? Whether you’re a parent, teacher, our student of any age – we hear you, and understand even navigating these new challenges presented within our own families. Our goal and hope is to make the fall season a little bit lighter, brighter and sweet with new weekly recipes, back to school hacks and of course – giveaways! This week, we are featuring the Sweetest Self-Care Gift Box presented by Heart to Heart Gift Company.
Inside this special gift box you’ll find:
- Rose Geranium Soap from Nicola Soaps
- Granola from Happy Girl Granola
- Sticker from Elyse Designs
- Lemon S Cookies from CiCi’s Cookies
- Creme Brulee Flowering Tea from PinkyUp
- Eye mask from Payne and Comfort
Heart to Heart Gift Company is a curated gift box company based in Salinas, CA. Debbie and Amanda are a mother-daughter team who are passionate about combining two things they love: gifting and supporting local & small business. Gifting has always been a passion of Debbie’s, which she passed down to her daughter, Amanda. No event, milestone, or holiday is too small to be celebrated. They are also passionate about their community and showcasing the beautiful work that is done by local makers on the Central Coast. From a dinner party, new job, or birthday – they believe gifting should come from the heart, from the ribbon on top to each and every item in their boxes.
We are so elated to partner up with the ladies at Heart to Heart Gift Company for our week 1 giveaway! To enter to win, head on over to our Instagram @starr_ranch_growers and check out @hearttoheart_giftco while you’re at it! Contest Sweepstakes ends 8/21 at 12PM PST. We hope you have a wonderful and safe back to school season no matter where you may be!
Good luck!