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A Little Gift

December 16, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 11 Comments

While I had planned to write this post since it happened on Thursday, in light of Friday’s horrible tragedy, this seemed more fitting than my usual light-hearted Sunday night lessons post. May you cherish the little moments… Thursday morning Little came into the bathroom while I was getting ready and asked, “Is it almost your […]

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5 Tips for Making Business Travel Easier on Kids

January 10, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 9 Comments

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 find yourself in my worn out slippers, they’ll help put a smile on the little […]

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Have You Met Citrus Lane? *Giveaway*

September 27, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 13 Comments

I did! In person. At a nice lunch. For bloggers. And I wore a dress. With just a little spit up on it. But they didn’t seem to mind. In fact, Pink was very warmly welcomed, as was I. No surprise really, given the business.

Filed Under: Belly & Baby, Sponsored Post, Tips & Ideas Tagged With: baby, baby gift, citrus lane, cool stuff, gift idea, gifts, giveaway, mom-owned business

5 Things I’ve Learned This Holiday Season

December 19, 2010 by Amy, Using Our Words 7 Comments

There’s nothing like enjoying the build up to Christmas through the eyes of a 4-year old and 2-year old. Here are a few things our family has discovered this week as we prepare for Santa’s arrival. (I’ll let you decide who’s been naughty or nice…) Lesson #1: When the most authentic Mrs. Claus you’ve ever […]

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What Are Your Family’s Favorites?

November 26, 2010 by Amy, Using Our Words 6 Comments

I’ve been totally overwhelmed by Christmas marketing this year. (Ironic, coming from a marketer, I know.) One second every toy I see seems like the perfect gift idea, then I get distracted by something else and completely forget about the must-have item. Then I think, my kids don’t really need anything anyway (which is true, […]

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