Every few years, one of my kids will get a little weepy about school. “The days are sooooo long,”they’ll lament. During these phases, I’m grateful to fall back on the advice that Jenny Rosenstrach shared when her daughter was struggling in middle school: make your home a haven. Today, on Cup of Jo, I’m sharing eight ways we’ve been making our home feel extra comforting — like taking a dog walk or throwing a ball at the wall — and I’d love to hear your ideas, too. Link in profile. ❤️