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A Smarter Way to Save, Sponsored by wRipple

June 23, 2015 by Amy, Using Our Words Leave a Comment

I happy to be partnering with an innovative new concept in savings, wRipple app, to bring you this post. As always, all opinions are my own. Things I Love: Scoring a great deal Technology that simplifies life Supporting local small businesses Sharing good stuff on social media Things I Don’t Love: Shopping Organizing paperwork Finding […]

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A City Life Celebration: *Adrienne Vittadini Tote Giveaway*

March 7, 2013 by Amy, Using Our Words 15 Comments

Certain things are just better together. Tutus and sports. Black and Skittles. Basketball and winning. There’s another new partnership that I’m excited about too. Yes, two of my favorite brands are coming together to make families happier and better looking. (Goodness knows we could use a bit of a makeover on both fronts these days!)

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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 51

February 12, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 8 Comments

First, a belated birthday shout out to the one and only Lenny! Yesterday was the big day and we’re all still coming down from our sugar highs. Now, on to official blog business. While these really span the last couple weeks, lessons #1-3 were today. I’m still reeling.

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A Toy Guru Shares The Best Toys This Season…And Every Season

December 3, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 1 Comment

When I was a little girl, I remember thinking our local boutique toy store was magical. There were toys I’d never seen in commercials, and I could touch and experience them all before deciding what I wanted. Now, as a mom, I love that my kids are able to enjoy that same experience at our […]

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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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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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