Melissa Llado

Melissa is a busy mom trying to survive the preschool years. She loves a good Pinot Grigio and cuddling up on the couch for the latest super hero movie. Her kids enjoy getting in the kitchen and helping make a mess trying new recipes! Even though she's constantly creating new and delicious treats she usually winds up buying grocery store treats when it's time for her to take snacks for school-- at all of the teachers' dismay.

How to Season a Cast Iron Skillet

Seasoning a cast iron skillet is a MUST if you plan on cooking with it! Have you ever tried to cook with a cast iron skillet that hasn’t been seasoned? …

Wedding Keepsake Shadowbox

Okay, so I’ve been married for over 2 years now and I’m just now getting around to putting together some wedding keepsakes! Hey, it’s been very busy these last couple …

Thanksgiving Fall Door Wreath $10

I decided my door needed some sprucing up after the Halloween decorations went away…. so I decided to make this Thanksgiving Wreath and I’m really happy about the way it …

Discovering NC- Red Wolf Farms Pumpkin Patch

So there are pumpkin patches and corn mazes and apple picking farms and all sorts of fun fall stuff ALL over the place up here! I’ve seen at least 6 …

Discovery Place Kids- Huntersville, NC

So today we decided to take a break from un-packing, cleaning, organizing, etc. and have some FUN!!! The little man and I decided to check out this place near us …

Boy’s Jungle Theme Bedroom Part 2

Okay, more of the little man’s room…. and no preaching this time- I PROMISE!Did you miss Boy’s Jungle Theme Bedroom Part 1? You’ll want to check it out! To the …