I have no words

So basically I'm in love with this video. I love nature and I think trees are simply magnificent. I would love to visit the redwood national park someday. I really have no words to express how magical this video is, you simply must watch it yourself. I'm amazed at God's creation.

xo. Melisa

Sponsor: m.sartin design

I'd like to introduce you to the incredibly talented Mindy!

hi, i'm mindy from m.sartin design. in my sweet shop you will find a collection of couture crochet cowls, scarves, neck cuffs, mittens and beanies. my blog is the story of my creative adventure through fear and doubt as a working artist. i strive to inspire others to create and to gain an appreciation of clean, simple quality design and above all else, to trust the creative process. stop by any time for tidbits of inspiration from my project 365 photos to posts on designers i love who inspire me. there are tons of new things to come this year, so please drop by and leave me a note i'd love to meet you. xo! mindy

Thank you Mindy!! If you haven't already, please be sure to check out her cute and crafty blog^_^ You can also find her on twitter or purchase some of her pretty things in her shop!

xo. Melisa

So Dapper

I think the prints by Berkley Illustration are genius. Mixing animals and fanciness... what else could you ask for??

xo. Melisa

Pretty Pretty

I came across these dresses by Nadinoo and I think they are so so pretty; I just had to share!!

xo. Melisa

My Oh My

Good Morning! I wanted to share with you something pretty and inspiring and I found just the thing! I'm kind of in love with these photos by Fabio Bartlet. I love the colors and that skirt is to die for!

xo. Melisa

Room Makeover

So for the last week I've been trying to make my disaster of a room into a nice little home. When I came back from my winter break it was kind of in shambles, as you can see in the picture below. I thought it would be fun to show you what I've done so far and maybe spur on some inspiration for your own room or home^_^

This is my room pre-makeover. I tried to find one with everything actually in order, before I actually moved out, but this was the only one that got the whole room. I'd also like to add that I moved all of this furniture by myself! It was exhausting, but I was pretty proud of myself...

This is my desk area. Above my desk I've created my inspiration wall, which I will continue to add on to as the weeks go by. It helps me focus when creating and not focus when I need to work. hehe. It's a good thing I do most of my homework sitting on my bed.

Usually these rooms are meant for two people, but I have been blessed to have my own room for the last two semesters! I love it. SO I have two of each of my furniture pieces. The wardrobes are pretty giant and usually just take up an entire wall, but this semester I thought it would be fun to create a walk in closet of sorts. It's working out just lovely. I also added some pretty poms above it to give it a little flare.

I didn't change my bed too much, just the direction that it's facing. I love love my Liberty of London quilt! And I really like having tons of blankets so my little trunk turned nightstand works great for storing all of them^_^

Everything is still pretty simple for the most part. I still have one more wall that I've yet to take pictures of because it's not quite finished, but I'll be sure to show you once it's done! It's actually my favorite part of the room. Do you have any suggestions on room decor? I love adding little decorations here and there; it makes it more home-y to me.

Hope you're having a lovely Friday!!

xo. Melisa

Sponsor: Oh Happy Day

I'd like to introduce you to the beautiful Adrienne Holguin!

Hola! My name's Adrienne Holguin. I have a boyfriend named Phil--he's a handsome ticket broker, two beautiful cats named Reni and Madison--they're fluffy and lazy, and Austin, TX is where I call home--for the past four years. I also have the fortune of calling this lovely lady my sister.

I'm the face behind Oh Happy Day. I started my blog after I realized I hadn't written anything in four years. I graduated with a journalism degree, but fate took me in the opposite direction in careers. I became a manager for a retail store, and though I love my job--as difficult as it may be at times--I really missed having a reason to write. Not only is my blog an outlet for me, but I also try to shine a little light on the days of the people that read it. I try to show just how far looking on the bright side of things can get you. Enjoy reading!

Thank you Adrienne!! If you haven't already please be sure to check out her lovely and uplifting blog^_^

xo. Melisa