Authors Posts by Melissa R
Melissa R
Melissa lives in Dryden Township. She is married to Paul and together they have 4 wonderful kids. Liliana, 9, twins, Violet and Izabel, 4.5, and David, 1. Melissa is an IVF mommy. She owns Randazzo Jeweler in Almont with her husband. She also runs Tender Journey, a line of jewelry and blog inspired by her journey through infertility. Melissa has a pretty rambunctious dog, a small flock of chickens, and a few peacocks. She enjoys spending time with family and checking out local events with her family.
What a New Heart Parent Needs From YOU!
My baby, Izabel, was 24 hours old when she was diagnosed with a heart condition and transported to a completely different hospital from me and her twin sister.
The time after her birth and diagnosis...
Big Kid Helpers: Asking For Help Does Not Equate To Failure!
I rely on my big kids to watch my little kids. Don't get me wrong, I am not running to the store, or going to the bar. I am not heading out for a...
Supermom, I’m not: I’m Still Learning With Baby #4
No, I'm not Supermom.
I took my 10-month-old to the pediatrician. Moms, that is what we do, right? Baby is not feeling well, so we assess their needs, try to fix them, and take them...
I am NOT an Independent Woman and Proud of it
I am a 33-year-old, stay at home mom of three and I am dependent on others. I am not an independent woman.
I am married. I rely on my husband. I rely on him to...
We Take Our Kids to Work Everyday: Running a Family Business with Kids
We jumped in and opened our family business during the pandemic! Look, life has not been particularly fair towards us. It has sent us one unwelcomed experience after another. When all was said and...
If I Could Have Seen the Future, My Struggles Wouldn’t Have Made Me Stronger
If I could have looked ahead to the future, I would have been able to breathe. I would have been able to comfortably and fully understand that everything would turn out "okay." If I...
Closet Notes: An Alternative to the Traditional Baby Book
Some of you might have a baby book for your little ones. You might like a nice organized collection of baby pictures and lists to fill out. I am not sure if it was...
Tips For Coping When You Just Want to Opt-Out
Do you ever feel like you just want to opt-out?
As clear as yesterday, I remember the day my husband was diagnosed with cancer. And again, as if it were happening this very minute, I...
If You Disagree With Me, Please Do Not “Unfriend” Me
One of my very best friends has completely opposite political views from me. Crazy, right? We don't agree on politics in most aspects, yet I call her my best friend. She remains one of...