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Moms Who Mean Business: The Summer Fun Edition

June 12, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 4 Comments

Ah, summer time. It’s full of potential, and, thanks to these moms, it can be a bit more spontaneous/organized/educational/playful/fun. A huge thank you to each of you for taking the time to be a part of this! I hope you enjoy getting to know these ladies as much as I have. And, please, share any […]

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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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A Peanut-Free Plea With a Side of Lunch Ideas

August 24, 2010 by Amy, Using Our Words 13 Comments

There was a time when you could find me rolling my eyes at those crazy parents who wanted everybody to be mindful of their kids’ peanut allergies. I mean seriously, your kid, your problem. Fast forward a few years and it’s my kids. My problem. (Though Big has miraculously outgrown his food allergies—yay!) But I’m […]

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