Melonie S Shelton
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My background is in research, writing grants and working with recovering addicts. Helping others is what has always driven me..
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Memorable Gifts
Decorating the tree as a child was something to look forward to. Togetherness and memories always brought smiles and fun. It was fun for parents as well because it brought back fun times. The ornaments you had as a child, and all of the handmade ornaments you made. Those were special ornaments and families kept them because they meant so much.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Families
Self-worth
You have control of how you feel about yourself. That’s kind of scary, if you dissect how deep that statement is. Often times, I personally feel I have no control in my life. Do you ever feel like this? Having no control of our lives does not mean we have no control of our feelings.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Longevity
Learning To Love Myself
As I looked back on 2020, it was hard, yet humbling. I write myself notes on my phone. Notes with grocery lists, quotes, notes I’ll never send, those types of things. I opened my notes and saw some sad things, but I also saw so much more. I have saved notes all the way back to 2018! I’m glad I hadn’t deleted them. I needed to remind myself.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Humans
Empowering Women-Then and Now
Success is having visions and goals, then achieving them.Women have come so far in the world. We finally believe that success is possible and are recognized for it as well. Women before us proved how possible that women are courageous and can do anything.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Viva
Living - Am I Worth it?
Have you ever been sick for what seems like forever, or gone to jail? Jail is a little dramatic, but you see what I mean. Something happened that you had no control over, but you were there for what seemed like forever at that time. Did you stop and really think during that time? STOP! Think for a minute. Reflect on yourself.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Motivation
Be the change you want to see
To vote or not to vote? We all ask ourselves questions each day. Like paying bills, “Should I rob Peter to pay Paul”? Household bills are more important than others, in my opinion. Household bills and political bills. We make the choice to vote or not.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in The Swamp
Expressing Yourself
Until I started focusing on my inner qualities, my beauty never jumped out. My “canvas” has always been expressed in my hairstyle. I don’t have any tattoos, but always wanted one. I guess I live vicariously through my daughter, as she has more than ten tattoos. I have always been known as “the girl with big hair”.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Motivation
The Accused
The ride to the station took 10 minutes, but to John it seemed like an hour. Upon arrival, lights from the media lit up the block. Johns bloody shirt was like a red scarlet letter. The minute the police opened the door, the media were like vultures. The questions were never ending.
By Melonie S Shelton5 years ago in Criminal
