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MommyCon 2015 Discount Code

January 26, 2015 By Melanie 3 Comments

Disclaimer: I am pleased to be a part of the MommyCon Sisterhood journalist team. I will receive perks as part of my promotional work for the 2015 events.  As an interpreter, I am required to attend various conferences and trainings to keep up with my credentials. However, as a Mom, no one is signing me… [Read More]

WHAM Love: Cuddlepants Cloth

January 11, 2015 By Melanie 2 Comments

Disclaimer: I bought this product at full price. I love supporting WHAMS and local businesses.  So! In honor of the Buckeyes playing in the National Championship game tomorrow, I thought I would share this lovely local online shop – Cuddlepants Cloth.   I had the WONDERFUL pleasure of meeting Sally at the bi-annual Sprout Swap…. [Read More]

Central Ohio: Disney on Ice Worlds of Fantasy

December 27, 2014 By Melanie 1 Comment

Disclaimer: I am a Disney Insider and receive tickets and products in exchange for my promotional work.  Being a Florida transplant to Ohio, one of the things I miss most is being able to have my Disney “fix” whenever I have a craving. One of the ways I get to bring my Disney Side home to… [Read More]

Etsy Love: Teacher Gifts from Love You Sew

December 18, 2014 By Melanie 1 Comment

Disclaimer: The items mentioned in this review were purchased by me. All thoughts, ideas and opinions belong to Sunshine Praises. Trying to come up with a fun and unique teacher gift can be a challenge. Pinterest is over run with great ideas but every mother I know is pinning the same thoughtful ideas. On small business… [Read More]

Diaper Connection’s 12 Days of Cloth Fundraiser

December 15, 2014 By Melanie Leave a Comment

One of the great joys in my life is to be able to serve on the board for our local cloth diaper non profit.  I have been a board member for over a year now and also serve as mentor mom to our recipient families. I love being able to take my passion for cloth diapers a step… [Read More]

Studio Movie Grill Special & Disney’s Cinderella Preview

December 9, 2014 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I often receive tickets and special promotional materials for sharing information from Studio Movie Grill and/or Disney Pictures. Oh my goodness! There are so many good children’s movies coming out over the next few months that I couldn’t pass up sharing this great offer from Studio Movie Grill. The kids… [Read More]

#CDLocal2Me Giveaway Hop

October 16, 2014 By Melanie 65 Comments

Welcome to the #CDLocal2Me Giveaway Hop Event, hosted by Mama Loup’s Den and Our Piece of Earth. Not to long ago, some of my favorite Canadian bloggers hosted a Canadian Only Cloth Diaper event and that made us US diaper bloggers kind of jealous. As we started chatting in our FB group, a couple of the… [Read More]

Ohio Cloth Diaper Stores & Services

October 13, 2014 By Melanie 5 Comments

Cloth diaper retailers know that you have a lot of choices when shopping for your fluffy little one. Large online retailers might offer you a slightly better discount but buying local gives you a chance to form a relationship right in your own back yard. Plus you often can save on shipping by picking up… [Read More]

Central Ohio: Diaper Connection’s Sprout Swap (10/18)

October 2, 2014 By Melanie Leave a Comment

It’s that time of year again! The biannual Diaper Connection Sprout Swap is just around the corner! This is our charities largest and most profitable fundraiser which allows us to put even more families into cloth! If you are local to Central Ohio there are several ways for you to participate! SELL! We need your… [Read More]

Run Happy: The Market to Market Relay in Ohio

September 4, 2014 By Melanie 10 Comments

Running used to be a HUGE part of my life. I was clocking 15-20 miles a week and could run a 30 min 5k. Which was a huge thing for me, who used to tell everyone I would NEVER be a runner. Since the baby, I have tried to find my running mojo but with… [Read More]

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We’ve also started Summer Swim Club! We have two We’ve also started Summer Swim Club! We have two signing coaches!
My little Z has a new sport! He’s learning track My little Z has a new sport! He’s learning track and field. Video is him running the 100m!
#deafkidscan #deafkidsrock
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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