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Melissa Dames

Melissa Dames is a stay at home mother of two beautiful children. An energetic seven year old boy, and a sweet four year old little girl. Their family reside in majestic Colorado Springs.

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The One Thing

Children are such malleable creatures. They have fierce wills of their own, but how we parent them plays a huge role in what kind of adults they will become. As the Bible says,

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Dear Teacher,

My dearest teachers, Some people say you have the easiest job ever. You get three whole months off during the summer for vacation, plus ALL the holidays. It’s such a breeze. They

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    Melissa Dames
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Making Memories

Some of the best memories I have are from when I was growing up. When you think of the “good old days,” most of the time, you are thinking back to when you

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    Melissa Dames
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The Special Needs Mommy

Nine months later, after hours of interviews, testing and more testing, and months on end of waiting and wondering, I finally have a diagnosis in hand. My son has autism spectrum disorder. He

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    Melissa Dames
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Like "Little" Children

I love watching my children. I love watching them grow, and learn, and explore. I’m often reminded by the Lord while I’m watching them, how He watches us with admiration in

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    Melissa Dames
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Dear Mom

For Mother's Day... To my mom, and to the mom who shaped my soul mate's foundation. I love you. Dear Mom, If anyone deserves a special day to be celebrated, it’s you.

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    Melissa Dames
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The Perfect Mom

I have finally come to the conclusion and conceded to the naked reality that, (deep breath)… I am not going to be able to be the perfect mom. There. I said it. I

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