Jenny Robertson

As the working mother of a rambunctious two-year-old boy, Jenny finds sanity through creative outlets like sewing and making homemade gifts. Jenny loves to go overboard with things like Halloween costumes and birthday parties. She is also an avid “Mommy Blogger,” keeping family and friends up to date with her son’s milestones and memorable moments. And while Jenny loves to entertain with fun parties and themed get-togethers, she’s much more inclined to do so if someone else is cooking! Jenny is a communications advisor for FedEx Services and works remotely, so she understands the juggling challenges of a working mother. She lives in a suburb of Dallas, Texas, with her husband, young son and cat.

Blog Posts

National Baby Safety Month
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Did you know September is National Baby Safety Month? This annual educational campaign is sponsored by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) to help increase awareness for consumers about the safe use and selection of toys and other products for babies and kids. I remember when my son was first ...read more
September 1, 2010
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Mastering the Art of Moving
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There are few tasks that I dread worse than moving. The hassle, the disorganization, the chaos of it all is enough to send even the most balanced person into an absolute tizzy.  I recently completed a major move (my 7th in 12 years, and this one with a two-year-old in tow, ...read more
July 14, 2010
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Close the Book on Another School Year
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Summer is officially here! That’s right, today marks the first day of the season. Bring on the barbeques, swimming pools and baseball games. By now, school has closed for the summer or is just about to, and you’ve likely removed many of the papers and classroom projects that once adorned the ...read more
June 21, 2010
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Round-Up: School’s Out! Summertime Activities
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The summer has arrived in Dallas! Despite our hot temps, it’s one of my favorite seasons and I absolutely love spending time on fun, easy, summer-related projects.  I know many of you are looking for ways to keep your kids occupied while school’s out, so I thought I’d share some of ...read more
June 16, 2010
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Beyond the Apple - Showing Teachers Our Appreciation
 
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As another school year comes to a close, I’m beginning to brainstorm ideas for a thank you gift to show my son’s teacher how much I appreciate what she does. And right now, I’m definitely thinking that you can’t go wrong with a delicious baked treat. After all, who doesn’t ...read more
June 4, 2010
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Are You a Mom On the Go?
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As a busy working mom, I’m constantly on the go. And it feels like every time I drop my son off to a birthday party or leave him with a babysitter, I scribble down my contact information. I found that I was leaving the same information over and over again ...read more
May 25, 2010
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The Weekly Round-Up Gets Crafty
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 At Out of Office, we like to think we’ve got a lot of great ideas to share with our readers. But truth be told, sometimes we can’t hold a candle to the creativity of some fellow bloggers out there in the world. So when we find those projects that make ...read more
May 11, 2010
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Shower Invitations Bathed in Style
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Have you ever hosted a baby shower for a friend or relative? I remember how much I enjoyed my own, and I’ve had my fair share of opportunities to help organize these special occasions, too. My favorite part is designing the invitations. I love to personalize the invites and find ...read more
April 8, 2010
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Interview Tips Round-Up
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Very few people actually enjoy interviews. I’ve been on both sides -- as the interviewee and the interviewer – and I know it’s difficult. So, I decided to share some helpful interview tips I’ve picked up over the years, and a few places I’ve found online that may help you ...read more
March 22, 2010
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High-Flying Birthday Party
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I have a confession: I am obsessed with children’s birthday parties. I love planning them, I love going to them, and I especially love the creativity that they allow. After doing a few myself and helping friends with others, I have put together a few tips for hosting a great ...read more
March 4, 2010
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