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Routine Car Seat Care! Our Diono Disappointment

January 30, 2017 By Melanie 2 Comments

Today, I am a self proclaimed, Facebook over preaching, parking lot stalking car seat zealot advocate. It wasn’t always the case, I was once very naïve to the important of car seat safety. I turned my oldest around at 11 months and he was in a high-back booster the day he turned three. So I get… [Read More]

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]

Four Children’s Books on Chinese Celebrations

December 1, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

One of the most important choices we make as transracial/multicultural family is assuring that our both our biological and adopted children have an understanding and appreciation of all of the cultures that make up our family. One way to do this is by learning about and celebrating the traditions of the cultures. While we were in… [Read More]

Play & Win in the 2016 Elf Shenanigans Giveaway

November 29, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Nay sayers and elf haters just back away. This is a safe space for elf loving families and your little winter visitors. We here at the Sunshine Praises house are super elf fans and have been since the first year they were released in Hallmarks across America. I sought my elf out just a few days… [Read More]

Praise: Dr. Mercola Complete Probiotic Powder Packets

November 28, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

My family began using probiotics about 8 years ago when my daughter was born with severe food allergies and eczema. Our doctor at the time was very natural focused and wanted me, as a breastfeeding mom, to make sure that I was using a high quality probiotic to help both of us. At that time,… [Read More]

Rise Up & Create the Hope You Dreamed

November 9, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Rise Up. You, the person sitting on your phone. The social media influence doesn’t count. You are shocked and sad. You voice extreme fear and concern. You say there is no hope. You grieve for the America you dreamed. But you still sit… on your comfy couches where you have sat for 8 years. in… [Read More]

National Adoption Month Free Social Media Images #NAM2016 #Adoption

November 2, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

November is National Adoption Month and I have created these shareable images for those wishing to advocate for the millions of orphans that need our prayers, support and love. I will be sharing more facts about adoption this month. Please pin, post and share these images to help raise awareness of one of the most… [Read More]

Praise: Oster Pro 1200 Plus Food Processor

October 31, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

How many families out there are still using their wedding registry blender? My husband and I just celebrated our 13 year anniversary and I have to admit that we were still using an old style simple blender. While we have always wanted to purchase one of the heavy duty “popular” blenders, we just can’t justify… [Read More]

Holiday Decorating with At Home #MyReason

October 17, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

A couple of weeks ago I had the amazing opportunity to “BOO” one our neighbors. We were selected by At Home stores to participate in their “BOO”campaign which included a gift card that allowed us to spend some time shopping our local store. This was my second time shopping at At Home and there were… [Read More]

October 15th: Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Day

October 16, 2016 By Melanie Leave a Comment

  This October 15th seems so surreal. To be one month home with our newest child yet not having an infant to nurse and comfort. To know that she is a fulfillment of God’s plan for us but to grieve the great loss of her mother. I know that they do not recognize this date in… [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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