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by Melissa Face Published in Prairie Times – July 2018 http://www.prairietimes.com/currentissue.pdf   I recently woke up from a dream in which I was starring as Miss Hannigan in a local production of the musical Annie. I messaged my friend, Dawn, that morning and told her jokingly that it must be a subconscious hint for a newContinue reading “We Love You, Miss Hannigan!”

  Published in Richmond Family Magazine Why “Great Job!” Isn’t What Kids Need to Hear! by Melissa Face   My daughter took dance lessons for the first time last year. At three years old, Delaney adjusted well to the routine of class, her new ballet slippers, and interacting with her classmates. She especially adored herContinue reading ““Great Job” And Other Things We Should Stop Telling Kids”

***Published on Life in 10 Minutes  – 5/28/18 http://www.lifein10minutes.com/your-10/2018/5/23/dont-read-the-comments By Melissa Face “Our editorial staff has reviewed your article and approved it for publication!” I was ecstatic to receive the congratulatory email from an editor of one of my favorite blogs. The site, written primarily for teachers, has more than one million followers, so my workContinue reading “Don’t Read the Comments”

Earlier this spring, I shared that I worked with Bo Hamrick on editing his debut book, So You Want to Be in Sales? When Bo first asked for my assistance, it was a casual, “Hey, I’m working on a project for school. Will you take a look at it?” I agreed and told him toContinue reading “Q&A With Author Bo Hamrick – So You Want to Be in Sales?: Ten Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting in Sales”

  By Melissa Face   “Do you like me more than candy?” my four-year-old, Delaney, asks. She’s been on this kick for a few weeks now, partly joking and partly trying to determine how she measures up in our eyes. “Of course I like you more than candy,” I reassure her. “Do you like meContinue reading “I Love You More Than Coffee”