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Super Simple Rainbow Party Ideas

July 2, 2014 by Amy, Using Our Words 4 Comments

When Pink requested a rainbow tea party for her 3rd birthday, I thought, oooh I can totally rock that. (Yes, again.) I started pinning outrageously awesome rainbow layered cakes, Jell-o molds, printed invitations, and more. And then I remembered, I don’t do that stuff. (Yes, again.)

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18 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 126

November 3, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words Leave a Comment

I’m pretty sure that even though the clock says 2pm, it’s almost bedtime. Right? Right?! Please say “yes”. Please say “yes”. Please say “yes”… Lesson #1: Based on what we witnessed after letting Little loose with a pumpkin and a carving knife, I’m going to remove “surgeon” from my list of future hopes and dreams […]

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12 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 121

September 29, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 2 Comments

Wow, this weekend was packed full of fun. We even went to one birthday party twice, thanks to the Evite app showing a totally different party time than the Evite site. Turns out the hosts weren’t looking for a surprise party this morning. Ugh. (Really, you guys, it wasn’t my fault. This time.)

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A Ladybug Birthday Party

May 23, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 6 Comments

As Pink’s 2nd birthday was approaching, I had an idea. I was going to give her the coolest ladybug party ever. Then I realized two things. One, she doesn’t like crowds of people. Two, I’m not so great at DIY projects (and I’m not nearly organized enough to order cool stuff in enough time). So, […]

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 101

April 21, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 6 Comments

This week has been a crazy emotional roller coaster for people everywhere. There’s been sadness, stress, fear, and relief. I find that in those times, it can be hard to know what to say, or how to move forward. I’m trying my best to do just that by laughing at the funny little moments that […]

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