Okay, we know you don't want to hear it but fall is coming (it's already here in the fashion world) and with it comes its annoying sidekick, back-to-school. Of course you can maximize your maxi dress use now, but we've got a head start on this dreaded season so you can just dive right in when the time comes.

We've got your complete Fall Fashion Preview + Back-to-School Trends list (you'll thank us in a couple of weeks)! And we know that for moms this might be a particularly nerve-wracking time, so we will have lots of tips in our Mommy section. Plus, we've written up a texting guide for moms and kids to stay connected:

Text messaging is the quickest and easiest way to stay in touch with your kids this school year. All you have to do is master the key phrases that your kids are already familiar with. Not only can you get instant updates, but you’ll also know what they’re talking about when they send a text message to their friends.

Here are the top 10 commonly used abbreviations in texting – translated to plain English:

• 411 – All the information
• BBIAS – Be back in a second (also BBIF – be back in a few, and BBL – be back later)
• BFN – Bye for now
• ETA – Estimated time of arrival (used for deadlines and when to expect something/someone)
• FYI – For your information
• KK – Okay, okay (I understand what you’re saying)
• LOL – Laugh out loud
• OMG – Oh my God
• TTYL – Talk to you later (also TTYS – talk to you soon)
• UOK – Are you okay?

And if you want to know what your kids are saying to each other, here are some common text abbreviations to watch for:

• 420 – Let’s get high/marijuana use
• KPC – Keeping parents clueless
• PAW or 9 – Parents are watching
• POV – Parent over shoulder

Remember that texting is designed to be casual, so conversations can start and stop at any time. If your child doesn’t respond right away or drops out of a conversation, don’t worry – that’s within the text-etiquette. TTYL!

Pegah Aarabi
Editor
Scarlett Lounge (@RedFlagDeals.com)