Melissa
Melissa was raised in Colorado, lived throughout the Western U.S. and Canada, and moved to Colorado Springs in 2022. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Ryan, and proud mama of two wonderful boys. She is a freelance grant writer working with nonprofits across the country to fundraise for their work. In her spare time, she loves to cook, read, and explore the mountains camping and fly fishing.
5 Lazy Genius Ideas in Practice
Last month, I read Kendra Adachi's The Lazy Genius Way and The Lazy Genius Kitchen. A mentor shared some principles she had learned from these books, which piqued my curiosity. The ideas she had...
Easy Dinner Idea: Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes
Potatoes are a staple ingredient at our house. I frequently use them as a side dish by roasting or mashing them with a main meat course. However, I discovered a new way to enjoy...
Nine Local Father’s Day Activities
Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 16. Because we are grateful for all Dad does throughout the year, there are many wonderful ways to celebrate Father's Day locally. Some ideas include a special meal...
14 Fun, Screen-Free Things to Do with Young Kids at Home
At times, it feels like summer will never fully arrive in Colorado. Or, some weeks, if sickness is going through the family, we are unable to get out for multiple days. It feels like...
Celebrate National Astronaut Day with Space-themed Activities
National Astronaut Day
In addition to the festive Cinco de Mayo, May 5th is National Astronaut Day. As a child, I was always interested in space. My interest in space has returned in full force...
5 Ways to Have a 5-Year-Old Help with Weekly Chores
Encouraging and letting my 5-year-old help around the house has provided a way to teach responsibility, encourage teamwork, and participate in necessary chores in family life. Having my children help around the home has...
Reading Christmas Books as a Family Tradition
One of my favorite family traditions is reading one Christmas book each night in December leading up to Christmas. I love this tradition because we can share books as a family. The kids love...
Three Things to Do after a Move to Colorado Springs
When we moved to Colorado Springs for work, I didn’t think through the timing of how close the holidays would be upon us as we unpacked boxes and attempted to feel settled. Christmas saw...
Sufficient Housekeeping for Today
I recently read an article by a busy mom who challenged my thinking about sufficient housekeeping—precisely what is adequate for a clean house versus expectations of a “perfect house” that is nearly impossible at...
Local Shops for Family Fun
Colorado Springs newbie, here! I have lived in Colorado Springs for less than a year, so I am still discovering all the local shops for our family that this city (and region) have to...