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Slice-of-life stories about parenthood

Investing in the People I Love, Sponsored by SparkGift

November 5, 2015 by Amy, Using Our Words Leave a Comment

I’m excited to be partnering with SparkGift to share a bit about the lessons my grandfather taught me. As always, all opinions are my own. While most kids’ grandparents introduced them to characters like Mother Goose and Humpty Dumpty, in my world names like Fannie Mae and Charles Schwab were far more common. The stock […]

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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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Moms & Dads, We’re Doin’ Good- Sponsored by Minute Maid

June 18, 2015 by Amy, Using Our Words Leave a Comment

I’m thrilled to be partnering with Minute Maid to bring you this post celebrating parenthood. As always, all opinions are my own. The past couple weeks around here were filled with friends experiencing big moments with their children—wonderfully successful dance recital performances, the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat as Little League playoffs […]

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It’s All About Your Perspective, Sponsored By OneDay

October 23, 2014 by Amy, Using Our Words 2 Comments

I’m excited to partner with OneDay for this post. This new, easy-to-use app (which has great new updates!) creates magical movies of and about your children—and other loved ones—in a matter of minutes. Perspective. Everybody’s is different, which is what makes each person’s story so very fascinating. I mean, that’s why there are thousands upon […]

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My Little Rainbow Chefs

December 5, 2012 by Amy, Using Our Words 8 Comments

You know what my boys made me yesterday afternoon? Nope, it wasn’t a necklace of yarn. Or a bracelet. Heck, it wasn’t even mad. Get ready for it… They made me lettuce wraps. (Yes, really!) And a yummy dessert that included whipped cream. Made from actual cream. Right before my eyes.

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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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