I am 52. Being a mom of 8 and a teacher has shown me what truly matters. Find joy in every day. I love hard and stand up for what is right.
We would like to thank you for supporting Melanie in this year's competition. Your support helps us contribute to the National Breast Cancer Foundation who provides early detection, education, and support services to those affected by breast cancer.
I love the life experiences I have had. With all the ups and downs of life, I am still thankful that I live in a free country. Sharing life lessons learned with my children and others is always a blessing. I love that I have many great stories to tell while also having a lot of life yet to live. It makes me wonder what will come next, and that is amazing!
How do you stay fabulous?I have taken care of my skin since my late twenties. I had surgery to remove melanoma from my face in 2016, so sunscreen is a staple. I eat a clean diet but also splurge. I love ice cream, peanut butter marshmallow toast (which i grew up on), and I eat dark chocolate almost every day. I stay busy caring for my children, husband (who has worked for the Navy for about 46 years), along with many pets. What makes me feel fabulous is making other people happy.
What would you do with the $40,000?Our house could stand another bedroom for our large family (5 school-aged daughters still at home), so I would use it to help add a bedroom and bathroom. Or maybe just 2 bathrooms with all the girls in the house!
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like Fab Over 40, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
