getting back into the swing of things after the summer can be pretty daunting for any parent. the kids have been out and about all summer, maybe on a schedule, maybe not. i am a parent first and foremost and would like to share our evening routine. our routine keeps the evening pretty fluid once it's internalized. i am also planning to make a chart with my youngest participating in each step, so it is easier for him to internalize the steps. my previous career path as an educ