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Admit it…You’re Curious Too, Right?
I realize it’s not practical, but there are days — a lot of them, actually — that I wish I could… [more]
#BigTimeIdeas with (Medium’s) Foreword and (My) Kelly Corrigan
There are moments in life where you realize you’re a part of something special. Your role doesn’t… [more]
The Dance of Life
In high school, I was a dancer. I’m afraid I wasn’t born with much natural talent or flexibility,… [more]
The Best of Intentions for 2015
For the past few years, our family has spent New Year’s Day at the beach with good friends. I can’t… [more]
I’m Heading to Who-ville…and Other Magical Places
The other night, Little picked How the Grinch Stole Christmas! as his bedtime story. And though I've… [more]
Admit it…You’re Curious Too, Right?
I realize it’s not practical, but there are days — a lot of them, actually — that I wish I could redo college. While I loved my time at UCLA, and am so very grateful that I had all the opportunities I had back then, I can’t help but think I would soak up all that learning a bit differently if I … [Read More...]
#BigTimeIdeas with (Medium’s) Foreword and (My) Kelly Corrigan
There are moments in life where you realize you’re a part of something special. Your role doesn’t have to be big, it turns out. It can be as simple as sitting, crisp glass of sauvignon blanc in hand, feeling your head dance up and down, and your cheeks begin to ache because the corners of your mouth … [Read More...]
The Dance of Life
In high school, I was a dancer. I’m afraid I wasn’t born with much natural talent or flexibility, but I knew enough to learn the choreography and perform on stage, year after year, in fabulously cringe-worthy costumes. … [Read More...]
The Best of Intentions for 2015
For the past few years, our family has spent New Year’s Day at the beach with good friends. I can’t help but find a pure kind of joy there. In the feeling of a fresh start as I look out at the unlimited horizon. In the sound of our kids squealing with delight as the freezing cold water dances on … [Read More...]
I’m Heading to Who-ville…and Other Magical Places
The other night, Little picked How the Grinch Stole Christmas! as his bedtime story. And though I've read it many times before, this time a particular line really stuck with me. And the minute his … [Read More...]
Gift Guide: Books You’ll Want to Open
As a blogger, I'm constantly meeting really talented, ambitious writers. People who make me think in new ways, and inspire me to follow my dreams. So when I saw that my friend (from high school and … [Read More...]
10 Things You Learned About ME This Week
Recently, a couple of talented bloggers have highlighted me on their sites with virtual awards. Honestly, the sentiments were as delightful as they were unexpected. Back in October, Jennifer of … [Read More...]
We Cut Our Own Christmas Tree This Year
I realize this time of year is filled with lovely stories of families driving off into nature together in search of the perfect Christmas tree. You know, the tree that they effortlessly trim and adorn … [Read More...]
Moms Who Mean Business: Moms Making Learning Fun
Not only do I love celebrating mom-owned businesses, I love when people come up with simple, innovative ways to make time with my kids more fun and engaging. Each of the following businesses is doing … [Read More...]
10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 153
The basketball leagues holidays are in full swing around here. How can you tell? Well, first of all, my holiday cards have been sitting in a box in the living room for almost a week. (I might even get … [Read More...]
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. 
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