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Favorites, Parenting

The Sitting Shirt: It’s a Thing

I’ve been raving about my new sitting shirt for weeks now on Facebook and feel like I need to let …

Melanie DaleFebruary 12, 2015, 7:46 amMarch 28, 2016 15
Parenting

The Sitting Suit: Also a Thing

She heard urgent feet running toward her, and pushing herself up, she made her way across the field into the …

Melanie DaleJuly 2, 2015, 10:57 amJuly 23, 2015 2
Blog, General

Coffee+Crumbs: The Accidental Jogger

I went for a light jog and accidentally ended up in a 15K race, which I discovered when a group …

Melanie DaleDecember 4, 2019, 1:24 pmDecember 25, 2019 0
General, Podcast

Lighten Up #72: Anna Quinlan

If you like laughing hysterically, you guys are in for a treat today. My friend Anna Quinlan, a freelance writer …

Melanie DaleMay 1, 2018, 7:09 amMay 1, 2018 0
General

Melanie’s Marginal Guide to Mediocrity in 2017

I keep fantasizing about spooning a standard poodle. I need a fluffy poodle in my face. At the beginning of …

Melanie DaleJanuary 4, 2017, 12:04 pmJanuary 4, 2017 5
10 Things, Parenting, Relationships

10 Things to Talk About Besides Your Kids

So you’re working your way around the bases with another mom, or maybe you’re fourth-basers but things are starting to …

Melanie DaleJanuary 21, 2016, 7:44 amSeptember 11, 2018 1
Faith, Relationships

Allume, My Favorite Weekend of the Year

Well, “my favorite weekend of the year” has come and gone.  This year’s Allume conference was as fantastic as ever, so …

Melanie DaleOctober 19, 2015, 11:56 amOctober 19, 2015 20
Relationships

Tacos in Zombietown Book Launch Party

Last night was one of those nights you remember forever.  I had all my closest friends in one place eating tacos …

Melanie DaleMarch 13, 2015, 10:44 amMarch 13, 2015 12
General

Oscar Superlatives, Stress Paralysis, and a Jewelry Giveaway

This is me freaking out when my book unexpectedly showed up in my mailbox.  I cannot be cool about this. …

Melanie DaleFebruary 23, 2015, 11:50 amFebruary 23, 2015 2
Relationships

Creepiest Internet Mom Dating Story Ever?

If you’ve read Women Are Scary, do you remember my friend Lindsey who wrote the top ten list for dating …

Melanie DaleSeptember 16, 2015, 1:23 pmMarch 28, 2016 2
General

The Entire Silly Short Story

Okay, we made it through For the Love of Blog month.  I have had a blast writing about whatever I …

Melanie DaleJuly 24, 2015, 9:37 amJuly 24, 2015 4
Parenting

Christmas in July Box o’ Love Giveaway

Making her way up to the house, she stumbled to the door, grabbing the knob before she fell.  She took …

Melanie DaleJuly 6, 2015, 7:30 amJuly 23, 2015 2
Faith

Anthem for the People-Pleasing Freakazoids

This morning I woke up with a line from Office Space repeating in my head. “Corporate-accounts-payable-Nina-speaking…JUST a mo-MENT!” I am Nina.  I …

Melanie DaleApril 20, 2015, 6:04 amMay 21, 2015 11
Relationships

Judgey Eyeballs and We’re Better Together

Today my book baby is born.  Scheduled c-section.  Midnight, when my book automatically downloaded into all the Kindles. Last night, the …

Melanie DaleMarch 24, 2015, 6:48 amMarch 24, 2015 1
Favorites, Parenting

The 8 Rules for Re-Wearing Clothes: What’s Okay and What’s Just Gross?

image from https://www.flickr.com/photos/mysza/ In college, my boyfriend and I discovered something that would forever unite us.  Besides our blinding passion …

Melanie DaleApril 28, 2014, 11:16 amMarch 28, 2016 30
Parenting

Mom and Dad Do New Year’s Eve

Most years, Alex and I celebrate New Year’s Eve by sitting on the couch.  That’s it.  Just sitting.  We make …

Melanie DaleJanuary 1, 2014, 12:00 pmJanuary 1, 2014 5
10 Things, Adoption, Parenting

My Expatriate Thanksgiving: 10 Things for Which I Am Thankful

In a few short hours, my mom’s kitchen will fill with the smell to which I look forward all year …

Melanie DaleNovember 27, 2013, 11:44 pmMarch 29, 2016 0
Parenting

How I Ended Up in My Jammies on the First Day of School

Today was my kids’ first day of school. Last night I packed snacks and organized folders.  I baked their favorite …

Melanie DaleAugust 20, 2013, 8:10 pmAugust 20, 2013 3
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10 Things You Need to Know Before Going on a Mission Trip

Summer is approaching and we’re heading into Mission Trip Season.  I’ve been on some, I’ve lead a few, and if …

Melanie DaleMay 13, 2013, 11:25 amApril 6, 2019 104
Parenting, Relationships

My Mother’s Day Gift to You: Prizes for Poo

WARNING:  If you’re scatological-averse, you might want to steer clear of this post.  For that matter, my site in general …

Melanie DaleMay 8, 2013, 11:07 pmOctober 23, 2013 41

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