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Too Much Stuff

Last week we got a new shed. This may not sound all that monumental to some of you, but in our world,… [more]

Too Much Stuff Too Much Stuff

10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 49

The Niners game isn't the only excitement around here today. We could really use a win. Really. Lesson… [more]

10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 49 10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 49

In My Head

When I was in kindergarten, my mom's friend told her that if I didn't learn to speak up, I'd never make… [more]

In My Head In My Head

10 Reasons I’m Not a Preschool Teacher

I have a 3-year old. And while he’s generally a sweet one, there’s not a day that goes by that he… [more]

10 Reasons I’m Not a Preschool Teacher 10 Reasons I'm Not a Preschool Teacher

10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 48

In my quest to become a healthier me (and wear a bathing suit in a couple weeks), I haven't had any sugar… [more]

10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 48 10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 48
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Too Much Stuff

Last week we got a new shed. This may not sound all that monumental to some of you, but in our world, it is. Now we can clear out some of the stuff that's been cluttering our house. And soon I'll be … [Read More...]

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 49

The Niners game isn't the only excitement around here today. We could really use a win. Really. Lesson #1: A 6-year old mini golf party is an awesome idea. That is, until you set 15 sugared up boys … [Read More...]

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In My Head

When I was in kindergarten, my mom's friend told her that if I didn't learn to speak up, I'd never make it in this world. … [Read More...]

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10 Reasons I’m Not a Preschool Teacher

I have a 3-year old. And while he’s generally a sweet one, there’s not a day that goes by that he isn’t challenging. It’s his job. And he’s got a gift. … [Read More...]

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 48

In my quest to become a healthier me (and wear a bathing suit in a couple weeks), I haven't had any sugar or caffeine in a week. I can't be held responsible for what you read here today should it not … [Read More...]

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5 Tips for Making Business Travel Easier on Kids

This past year, Lenny has done more than his fair share of business travel. It can be hard on all of us, but we've found a few things to make the time apart a bit more interesting. Hopefully if you … [Read More...]

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I’m Amy, the girl next door. I’m your average obsessive mom/ happy wife/ freelance copywriter/ slice-of-life blogger/ social media addict/ chocolate lovin’ wino. [Read More …]

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