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Planning a Kindness Filled Year (Free Printable)

December 28, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Random Acts of Kindness We have all heard of them. Maybe we have been the recipient of having our coffee paid for in the line at Starbucks. Maybe we “elfed” a neighbors house during the holiday. Either way, we know that Random Acts of Kindness are small opportunities to make a large impact in the… [Read More]

Local Love: Day Out with Thomas

August 26, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

This is the final weekend for the Lebanon, Ohio Day Out with Thomas event and if you have little ones that love trains you should make this a must do in your weekend plans. I took Ezra and his best little buddy this past Sunday and they had the most amazing time. The boys were in… [Read More]

Central Ohio: BrickUniverse LEGO Extravaganza (August 20-21, 2016)

August 14, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Disclaimer: My family and I were offered tickets to this event. All information shared is my own personal opinion. With three kids in the house there is no surprise that we have a plethora of LEGO bricks. I am pretty certain we have enough Minifigures to take over a small city. Not to mention the… [Read More]

Giveaway: Day Out with Thomas (Lebanon, OH)

August 3, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

One of the greatest joys of having a little boy is their passion about everything that moves. I don’t know what it is but both my boys have always loved trains. We had our very first Day Out with Thomas about 9 years ago. I went digging last night into my albums to find these… [Read More]

Adoption: Support Us by Buying a Script China Shirt #SomnitzAdoption #OneLess

June 2, 2016 By Melanie 1 Comment

As our shoe drive quickly comes to a close, we are starting a new fundraising campaign today. We are selling these beautiful “script” China t-shirts. Being avid Buckeye fans, it just seemed a natural fit for to combine our OSU spirit with our love for country that will be blessing Based on the popular “home”… [Read More]

Promo: Challenger Sports – British Soccer Camps

March 8, 2016 By Melanie 3 Comments

Soccer Mom is a moniker that I absolutely adore. Up until a few years ago, I really didn’t understand soccer and I still struggle to see an “offsides” called but I am absolutely passionate for my son’s love of soccer. For past  year and a half we have played on a local Columbus club team… [Read More]

Disney On Ice Tickets (Columbus)

January 11, 2016 By Melanie 5 Comments

It’s almost that time again, Disney on Ice is skating it’s way into Nationwide Arena with their magic filled Let’s Celebrate show. Encompassing all your favorite characters, Let’s Celebrate, brings to life a years worth of all your favorite celebrations! Always wanted to celebrate your birthday with Mickey? How about a romantic ball with Cinderella?… [Read More]

Praise: Lego Creativity Tour (Columbus)

December 9, 2015 By Melanie 7 Comments

Columbus was the last stop on the 2015 Lego Creativity tour but the fun doesn’t have to end. They are gearing up for an amazing 2016 season with a variety of new locations. We are super pumped that were able to attend the Columbus show because they are not heading back to Ohio at all in… [Read More]

Giveaway: The LEGO Creativity Tour Columbus

October 21, 2015 By Melanie Leave a Comment

In the past 10 years, I can’t think  of a day that I haven’t cleaned up some type of LEGO product from the floor of our playroom. From LEGO Duplo during the little years, to 3,000 piece Star Wars battleships in the Tween years, all three of my children have always enjoyed a fresh box… [Read More]

Bridal Mini Me Photo Session – Beautiful Memories

September 22, 2015 By Melanie 2 Comments

I have always loved the idea of reusing or imagining my wedding gown turned into something that would stay in our family. I loved my wedding dress. I chose it because it reminded me of the beautiful styles of Jacqueline Kennedy. Her signature dresses all had simple waist bows and lovely clean lines. When we had… [Read More]

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I’m kitten sittin’ this weekend and had a work I’m kitten sittin’ this weekend and had a work helper. Isn’t she the cutest?? 😝#kittensitten #kittenlove #hernameismeatball 😝
My BFFs and I made some crazy, stunning women! Pe My BFFs and I made some crazy, stunning women! 
Perks of living close to 95 is being a great place for a quick stretch and hug. 

Love these girls so much! #sunshinesisters ☀️
When your mama soul sister goes to Disney and spoi When your mama soul sister goes to Disney and spoils you with goodies!!! And feeds all your passions. #orangebird #squirrels #ILY #LunarNewYear
I am so proud of @islandcheerandtumbling Cheerabil I am so proud of @islandcheerandtumbling Cheerabilites Team Infinity! They are amazing and we had such a great time at @east_coast_championships in Jacksonville yesterday. This comp surely knows how to make their athletes feel special! Thank you ECC for being the best!
Happy 17th to the first one that called me mom! 🎂🎈🎉
Daytona STATE cheer weekend is over. It was a good Daytona STATE cheer weekend is over. It was a good competition but cold!
Little man passed 200 lines this week on his readi Little man passed 200 lines this week on his reading log. Reading at night is exhausting for his ADHD brain but we fight through. I’m so thankful for his TEAM at FSDB who work so hard with him. Deaf kids can read! #deafkidsrock #signlanguage #literacymatters #allthelanguage
When one of your besties is driving through and kn When one of your besties is driving through and knows you are right off the interstate, she plans 30 minutes for a hug and break! Two years is WAY to long to go without a visit! Thank you @southernsun74 for taking the time to love on me! 

See you in February!
My brain woke up at 4:30am - as I laid here, I tho My brain woke up at 4:30am - as I laid here, I thought about all the birthdays with you and all the ones that we have missed since you left us.

I’ve watched a lot of grief from the sidelines the past 6 months. I remember the days of counting Wednesdays then months, then years. And even though it’s been 26 years since we last celebrated your birthday, it feels like last year. 

There was no social media in 1996 but yet your smile and spirit continues to brighten lives. When people remember you, they do it with such love and joy. 

Oh my sweet Jenny - I miss your smile and your sunny outlook. I miss your goodness and light. 

Jenny and I bought these cute matching angels on our Christmas trip to the Galapagos. I haven’t thought of them in many years (I keep them stored away now after years of being in my car), but this morning as I sat in my grief they popped up in my mind. A broken wing, from a tragedy that still brings tears contrasted with the treasured moments of standing in a stall picking sweet matching angels for our Christmas gift to one another. 

Happy Birthday Sunshine ☀️
This kid is so stinking cute! #deafkidsrock #carse This kid is so stinking cute! #deafkidsrock #carselfies
Queen NoName is finally eat from a bowl? How do yo Queen NoName is finally eat from a bowl? How do you ask? Her kitten mousse is sprinkled with Lays Chips. #fedisbest #kittenstoo #bottlefedrescuekitty #sheloveschips
Lulu was blessed with a #tristynbaileystrong Boo 👻 bucket last week! She loves that someone chose her and sends a BIG thanks! With a day left to go…we prepped our own Boo bucket to drop off tonight. Hoping to continue to spread Tristyn’s beautiful light. #aquabowsforever #friendship #cheersisters 
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As an adult who tragically lost her best friend 25 years ago and still loves to spread her smile around, it warms my heart to see how all of Tristyn’s friends keep her memory alive. 💗
Thank you @signingmomof2 for helping this ASL #sig Thank you @signingmomof2 for helping this ASL #signingstarbucks mug make its way to my home! 

Not only is this mug awesome because of it’s ASL features, it’s also amazing because it was designed by a Deaf Chinese artist who shares the same Chinese name as Lydia. (Yi)

Lydia and I got to talk about @yiillustration365days talent, watch some videos of her work and discuss how they share a name. 

Exposing Ly to cultural mirrors are a huge part of helping her develop a strong sense of self and being proud of her identity as a Deaf Chinese American. 

#transracialadoption #deaf #deafkidsrock #ASL #signlanguage #starbuckssigningstore #artist #Deafartist
She’s so stinking cute! #rescuedkitten #bottlef She’s so stinking cute!  #rescuedkitten #bottlefedbaby
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