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Latest on the blog: How to organize baby clothes. Link in bio. ⁣
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Today what’s more important than my latest blog post is recent events surrounding @ mykastauffer.⁣
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Long story short, this Youtuber and mom of 4 adopted a boy from China in 2017. He had special needs and she was fully aware of that as apparent in her numerous videos talking about it. She documented the entire adoption journey on her Youtube channel that garnered millions of views. She made a ton of money over the years with these videos and positioned herself as an advocate of international adoption. ⁣

As of today, he is no longer a part of the family. The family says due to his autism and various special needs, he was better off with another mom with “professional medical background.” I know this isn’t true because I raise a special needs child myself.⁣
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There are so many things wrong with this story and I’m still feeling very emotional by it that I should probably wait until I’m more calm to share my thoughts. ⁣
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But two things I’m certain of — 1) Kids cannot be “rehomed” like cattle and 2) be careful who you follow on social media. ⁣
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There are many wolves disguised as sheeps in the online space and it’s up to us to discern the truth. #cancelmykastauffer

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We found a new favorite summer treat - @Popsicle Fruit Twisters, which are made with real fruit and real milk! These are SO good, my entire family loves them.⁣
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Popsicle doesn’t just make great treats, they also plan fun activities for the whole family. Join me for Virtual Recess on @popsicle’s IG Live tomorrow at 1 pm PST. We’ll create imaginary fabulous foods with @storypirates and special guest @tameramowrytwo!⁣ ⁣

Last week we visited Icy Spicy planet and participated in a unicorn race! It was so fun using our imagination for play in the backyard. ⁣
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We can’t wait for tomorrow’s IG Live. Be sure to tune in with us and check out all the Virtual Recess activities on Popsicle’s channel! #PopsiclePartner #popsiclevirtualrecess

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It’s been over two months since my kids have been home and they miss their friends and classes so much! (#ad) ⁣
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Now every time they tell me, “mom I’m bored,” I encourage them to create something new. 3 ways we do this is by keeping a daily gratitude journal, keeping a “social distancing jar” of all the activities we want to do when limitations are lifted and staying organized by a daily “to do list” using @bic_creations Intensity Fineliner Marker Pens.⁣
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We love BIC Intensity Fineliner Marker Pens because they are bright, writes bold like a marker but smooth like a pen and help us to stay creative during this unprecedented time. ⁣
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Watch my instastory to see how we stay creative and I hope it inspires you to create with your own kids. These markers are available today on Amazon! #BicIntensity

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This quarantine life is teaching me so much. Such as— how to create without outside inspiration, how to find gratitude in the little things (like really, the small ordinary things) and how to level up my loungewear game- @wolven. ⁣
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Bonus points if I get a workout in. 😜⁣
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#mommydiaryselfie #possela #loungewear

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Friends, have you filled out the census yet? (And have you heard this #ad on the radio? 🙈😬)⁣
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While we practice social distancing, this is the perfect time to take the Census and make sure everyone in your household is counted. ⁣
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Remember, the Census will impact education, healthcare, parks, recreations and so much more in your community. Current social climate made me realize again how important these services are for our community and now is the time to make a difference for the next TEN years and beyond! ⁣
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It’s just 9 simple questions and takes less than 10 minutes. I already filled out mine and it was so easy! It can be done online, by phone or in the mail. For more info, head over to @CACensus. #CaliforniaForAll #ICount ⁣

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