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20 Things We Learned This Summer

August 31, 2015 by Amy, Using Our Words 2 Comments

Don’t let the $21 in late fees I just paid our local library fool you. There wasn’t a whole lot of school friendly learning in our house this summer. As I wrote last year, I’m the type of mom who rides the summer slide—no hands! And this year was no different. I led my kids […]

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15 Things I’ve Learned This Week, Vol 113

July 28, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 10 Comments

What I’ve really learned this week is that America loves a gal who’s not afraid to show off her post-baby bump. Which is why I’m scheduling a photo shoot for this week now that our vacation is over. Let’s just say after three little bundles of chaotic joy, there’s a whole lot to love. Step […]

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12 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 109

June 23, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 8 Comments

This week I drove over 700 miles to search for sand dollars with my mom and kids, experience the exhilaration of a beach that goes on and on as far as the eye can see, celebrate dear friends’ upcoming weddings and birthdays, and kick off summer in serious style. I could get used to this… […]

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 77

September 3, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 4 Comments

Well, it’s officially time to say goodbye to summer. This last week was packed with excitement… The lemonade stand Big has wanted to have forever. Class lists and the 1st grade meet and greet. Lunch at the kids’ favorite restaurant with Nana. A trip to Happy Hollow. UCLA’s first big win of the season. Fun […]

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 76

August 26, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 4 Comments

Our vacation ended with some great memories with family and friends, and our week ended with some special time among other friends and family as we gathered at Relay for Life. Good stuff, I tell ya. Lesson #1: When a relaxing San Diego backyard BBQ turns into an exciting frontyard balloon show, it’s a good […]

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