Melissa’s Corner

Melissa’s Corner

Melissa's Sweet Summer Picnic — Get the Recipes

Melissa's Sweet Summer Picnic — Get the Recipes

There’s something sacred about a picnic by the lake—feet in the grass, breeze in your hair, and good food shared with people you love. For me, the best summer days...

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Melissa's Sweet Summer Picnic — Get the Recipes

There’s something sacred about a picnic by the lake—feet in the grass, breeze in your hair, and good food shared with people you love. For me, the best summer days...

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Melissa’s Craft Lemonade Bar

Melissa’s Craft Lemonade Bar

Summer days are long, golden, and meant to be savored. If you're looking to squeeze a little more fun into your next sunny get-together, Melissa’s Lemonade Bar is the perfect way...

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Melissa’s Craft Lemonade Bar

Summer days are long, golden, and meant to be savored. If you're looking to squeeze a little more fun into your next sunny get-together, Melissa’s Lemonade Bar is the perfect way...

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Melissa's Fourth of July Cookout — Get the Recipes!

Melissa's Fourth of July Cookout — Get the Reci...

There’s something magical about gathering outdoors—bare feet in the grass, laughter drifting through the air, and a table full of fresh, feel-good food. For Melissa, hosting a Fourth of July...

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Melissa's Fourth of July Cookout — Get the Reci...

There’s something magical about gathering outdoors—bare feet in the grass, laughter drifting through the air, and a table full of fresh, feel-good food. For Melissa, hosting a Fourth of July...

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For Father's Day: Memories, Gratitude, and a Good Meal

For Father's Day: Memories, Gratitude, and a Go...

A Father’s Day Note from Melissa Father’s Day reminds me just how many shapes fatherhood can take.These days, I’m lucky to share life with Tim— watching him with our kids,grandkids,...

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For Father's Day: Memories, Gratitude, and a Go...

A Father’s Day Note from Melissa Father’s Day reminds me just how many shapes fatherhood can take.These days, I’m lucky to share life with Tim— watching him with our kids,grandkids,...

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Memorial Day: Honoring Their Courage, Together

Memorial Day: Honoring Their Courage, Together

On this Memorial Day, we pause. In the business of our lives—filled with routines, gatherings, and gentle joys—it can be easy to move through the day as just another long...

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Memorial Day: Honoring Their Courage, Together

On this Memorial Day, we pause. In the business of our lives—filled with routines, gatherings, and gentle joys—it can be easy to move through the day as just another long...

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Thank-a-Teacher Giveaway: Little House Nostalgia & Modern Day Heroes

Thank-a-Teacher Giveaway: Little House Nostalgi...

When we think about Little House on the Prairie, it’s easy to picture golden fields, bustling homesteads, and family gathered around the fire. But just as important to Laura’s story—and...

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Thank-a-Teacher Giveaway: Little House Nostalgi...

When we think about Little House on the Prairie, it’s easy to picture golden fields, bustling homesteads, and family gathered around the fire. But just as important to Laura’s story—and...

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