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Growing Pains

November 13, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words Leave a Comment

The past week has been a bit of an emotional roller coaster ride for Big. And me. He’s been trying to deal with the stress of school work and evolving friendships. I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to hold his hand, protect his heart, and come to terms with the fact that […]

Filed Under: featured, Mom Musings Tagged With: 1st grade, challenges, friendship, growing up, shy, struggles

Doing My Job…With Pride

May 31, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 10 Comments

For close to six years, Lenny and I did everything in our power to foster Big’s confidence. He was quiet, cautious and easily got lost in a crowd. When kindergarten started, we worried. Would he make friends? Would he speak up? Would he feel good about his place in the class? In the world? About […]

Filed Under: featured, Mom Musings Tagged With: advice, confidence, kindergarten, parenting, pride, school, shy, sports

In My Head

January 18, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 14 Comments

When I was in kindergarten, my mom’s friend told her that if I didn’t learn to speak up, I’d never make it in this world.

Filed Under: From Left to Write, Mom Musings, Tips & Ideas, Uncategorized Tagged With: from left to write, honesty, insights, introvert, personality, shy

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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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