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.

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 …

Boys Jungle Theme Room Part 1 and some thoughts on SIDS

Woohoo…. the Little Man’s room is DONE! I mean there’s still some projects I plan to do in there, but, for the most part, it’s finished!!! I love this room! …

How to fold t-shirts for Maximum Space

So, first off, the little man is 1000 times better today! Woohoo! (If you missed all the comotion you can read about it here.) He was having a blast torturing …

Bigger Jeans? "YES PLEASE!" Some profound advice!

My best friend came over the other day with her son and she had some profound advice that has really resonated with me. We were walking through the mall, pushing …

Beachy Vases- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

You know me, I’m all about repurposing items that would normally be thrown away. Well, I’m at it again! What do you think of these super cute Beachy Vases? They …

DIY Easily Refinish Appliances and Countertops

Did you know that you can DIY and easily refinish appliances and countertops?! Yes, you can make your appliances stainless steel and your countertops into granite with this simple process. …