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The Gems They Are A-Clinkin’

July 7, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 14 Comments

I recently fessed up that my discipline methods could use a bit of work (ok, a lot of work). And a couple of my blogging friends had shared their experience with gem jars, so I decided to give them a go. Well, we’re a couple weeks in and I figured I’d share what’s worked and […]

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One Surprisingly Good Influence

April 6, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 16 Comments

On Christmas, Big made a new friend. He’s one of those friends who makes moms nervous. And one of those friends who makes little boys giggle uncontrollably. I considered ending the friendship. Telling Big that I thought his friend was teaching him words and lessons I didn’t like. That maybe he could be reacquainted with […]

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5 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 19

March 27, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 10 Comments

It’s been quite an eventful week around here, including three hours of naps for me today. Turns out there are some upsides to drama! Lesson #1: When I went to Bloggy Boot Camp last weekend, I was given an amazing bag full of Good Cook brand utensils (apparently my kids aren’t the only ones who […]

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Fun for Your Kids, and Their Lunchboxes

March 24, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 12 Comments

At the beginning of each school year, I read all kinds of inspiring articles about lunchbox creativity. I buy “fun” (and healthy) new items to try, but within a month or so, we’ve settled into a few easy favorites (and by favorites I mean things that, for the most part, get eaten). This leads to […]

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Bloggy Bootcamp (The Only Kind of Bootcamp I Had a Remote Chance of Surviving)

March 22, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 15 Comments

I have a confession to make. Not the deep, dark, shocking kind. But the kind that might come as a surprise to some of you who know me. I’m an introvert. Yep, I’m one of those crazy people who’s more at peace and energized when I’m alone or with a few close friends/family members. While […]

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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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