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.

Overcoming Homeschool Criticism- Dealing with Homeschool Negativity

When I took the plunge into homeschooling my kids last year, I knew there would be pushback from friends and family. I very quickly learned that I needed to shut …

How to Know if Homeschool Is Right for Your Kids

One question I’m constantly asked when people find out that I’m a homeschool mom is “how did you know that homeschool was the right decision for your kids?”. That, my …

Homeschooling During COVID

Oh 2020…it was a year like no other. I NEVER in a million years thought I would be living through a pandemic much less voluntarily homeschooling my children through one! …

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Sweet Icing

These lemon poppyseed muffins are a light breakfast that’s perfect for back to school.

Nut Free Lunch Ideas for Back to School

These nut free school lunch ideas will help you figure out what to feed your kids for back to school. With food allergies so prevalent it’s important to find nut free lunch …

Disney Halloween Shirts

It’s that time of year again…when hitchhiking ghosts and evil villains start roaming Main Street USA for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party! Get in the spirit with these fun …