Michelle Haddock
Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a lifelong wanderer who has happily put down roots in Chattanooga with my husband, three sons, rescue mutt and bunny rabbit. We are a family of free spirits and strong wills so our life is always messy, loud and full of adventure. You can read my sporadic ramblings about unschooling, gentle parenting, special needs and our everyday adventures at weirdbird.weebly.com, or get a glimpse into our lives on Instagram. I am excited to be here!
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