Driven to Learn

Give Mom a Hand
I have lost my babysitter and I am not prepared! Can you refer me to a sitter or mother's helper to care for my toddler? I need someone every Tuesday from 9 am to 2:30 pm, starting immediately. I am in Parkland. Thanks!

Housing Help
I would like to thank all of the JABBERS who responded to my post about my son who was recently diagnosed with testicular cancer. He is now in need of information regarding rental assistance since budget cuts have resulted in a freeze on Section 8 housing vouchers. If you have any suggestions or recommendations on where he can turn to for assistance, please contact me. Thank you!

Doggie Danke Schöns
From Inge Kerster

Mini on the Move
I need to ship my Mini Cooper to Boulder, Colorado. Can anyone recommend a reputable long distance car transport company? I hope you hear from you.

Can't it always be like this?

Day 4, and all your back-to-school work seems to be paying off. The promise of the year ahead is as beautiful and as orderly as a brand new box of crayons. But it's only a matter of time before that first teacher's note, lunchbox or shoe goes missing. Check out our tips to keep your child organized ~ and to keep you from losing it over a long list of missing items ~ well after the glow of the new school year has faded!

Keep a Calendar
Know what your child needs to bring to school every day by keeping a calendar and chart. Before school, remind your child what they have with them and why they need it.

Minimalist Approach
Only have your child take the minimum, and clean out those backpacks one a weekly basis. If their backpack is stuffed to the gills with things they don't need, something is bound to get lost.

Start a Routine
Ask your child every day if they have everything they brought with them. The routine question is a subtle way of reinforcing the importance of bringing things home.

Get Organized
Now that you have bought all the cases, bags and folders needed for school, teach your child how to use them. Show them what it looks like to be organized. They might not fully understand what everything is for.

Label It
Put your child's name on everything! That way when you make the dreaded call to school asking if they've found your child's notebook, it's easier to find.

So Rewarding
If your child has gone a week without losing anything, reward them!

Have Backups
In an ideal world, nothing would go missing. But, be realistic and have backups of things your child needs often.

Happy back to school and Happy JABBING!

Asia All the Way

In a New York Minute
Do you know of any sublets in New York City for a 25-year-old medical student during the month of September? Places close to Sloan Kettering on the Upper East Side are preferred. I appreciate your replies.

Juice It Up!
I am considering opening a juice bar but I would first like to learn the art of blending different fruits and vegetables. In addition to recipes, I would like to learn about nutritional values as well as the different health benefits. If you know a person or a school that offers instructional lessons on juicing, I would love to hear from you. Thanks!

With six weeks to go before we meet in Miami, fitting into our cocktail dresses is top of mind. We discovered this delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie at the Coffee Bar at Whole Foods Market of Coral Springs while scoping out sunflower butters for school lunches. Our Team JAB tester can attest that it's not only waist-conscious, but a hit with the kids!

Make a Run for It
With elderly parents and vision problems, I would like to get a runner for my stairs to make them more safe. If you know where I can get one, please let me know. Your suggestions are appreciated.

Kiddie Coaster
I am looking for a Step2 Extreme Coaster. If you have one that you are selling, please contact me. Thank you!