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Slice-of-life stories about parenthood

Joining the Club Penguin Family

April 17, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 5 Comments

If you had asked me what Club Penguin was a couple weeks ago, I would have simply said it’s an online computer game for kids. Big enjoyed playing it, and I loved that he had a seemingly safe outlet that was just for him — not his overly touchy, needy little siblings. If you ask […]

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My Kids Are Reuniting Me With A Long-Lost Love

August 2, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 9 Comments

Well, folks, it’s a big week. I’m heading to BlogHer—the most insane blogging conference imaginable—in San Diego. The part I’m post excited about? Last year I went with Yahoo! business cards, but this year I’m going with Using Our Words business cards. It may seem like a subtle difference to you, but it’s HUGE for […]

Filed Under: Mom Musings Tagged With: hobby, kids, motherhood, passion, past, swimming

Following Passion

September 12, 2010 by Amy, Using Our Words 22 Comments

While in NY for BlogHer, I was invited to join the ladies of From Left to Write—a book club for bloggers—at a surprise book signing. I know what you’re thinking… “You? Read?” Well, I do every now and then (no, I’m not just talking about board books), and figured joining this group would be great […]

Filed Under: From Left to Write, Mom Musings Tagged With: Big, book, career, conversation, encouragement, from left to write, inspiration, Little, Mom Musings, passion, reading, story telling, support, words

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