Hi there!
Thanks for stopping by! I’m Melissa. Everygoodthing is where you’ll find all sorts of things that make me happy – mostly celebrating everyday life, love, food, travel, fashion, faith and all sorts of bits in between.
So, you probably want to know a little bit more…
Where are you from?
I’m originally from Connecticut but I currently reside in Colorado.
Where does the name Everygoodthing come from?
A Bible verse, James 1:17 reads, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
Why did you start a blog?
I’ve always loved reading other people’s blogs and hearing their stories. It’s been a dream of mine to have my own blog and in 2013, I finally decided to start one. I had a broken ankle and was stuck indoors on the couch all day. It was my low, low. I was feeling uninspired and frustrated and I was completed gutted that I couldn’t be out with my friends my senior year of college. I decided to start a blog as my own creative escape.
What’s your nationality?
Really, I’m a modge podge of things. I’m half-Chinese American with German citizenship. I have a little bit of Austrian in me too. I grew up in Tokyo, Japan and spent a fair amount of time living in Spain as well. I married an Englishman, so now I have a big British family.
How did you meet your husband?
Dave and I got set up on a blind date. (They really do work!) At the time, I was in a sorority at the University of Michigan and one of my sorority sisters set us up. 3 years later we got married in a courthouse. You can see photos of that here. We also had a tiny wedding in New York. You can see photos of that here, here and here. We planned it in just 5 days! I was quite impressed we were able to pull it off so quickly. Who knew?!
Who takes your pictures?
I take all of my photos with a Nikon D5200 or an iPhone. If I’m in the picture, then Dave is usually the one shooting. He’s not bad, huh? I primarily use a 35mm 1.8G lens.
How can I contact you?
Feel free to email me at melissa@everygoodthingblog.com. I love hearing from my readers!
projectlighttolife
May 29, 2013 at 12:14 am (12 years ago)Hey! Just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the ‘Very Inspiring Blog’ award to recognize your efforts in sharing some inspiring posts : ) Thanks for maintaining such a great blog and congrats!
http://projectlighttolife.wordpress.com/2013/05/28/very-inspiring-blog-award/
jlpiallat
June 21, 2013 at 4:08 pm (12 years ago)I love your blogs, your photos are very beautiful. I’ll be back… I also have a second blog on old pictures.
piallat.wordpress.com
SENSUALITE | La beauté à l’état pure
Rachel Garay
January 27, 2014 at 7:25 pm (11 years ago)Amen to James 1:17
Ladyhattan (Tara Schoen)
February 3, 2014 at 2:25 pm (11 years ago)Great blog love it! Keep the posts coming – so fun to read different perspectives on the dames passions in life – food, travel, fun ideas, dogs!
jasmine
February 9, 2014 at 6:49 pm (11 years ago)Hi!
I’m so happy I found your blog. Definitely following and looking forward to your posts!
-J
Megan
February 13, 2014 at 8:24 am (11 years ago)I love this pic of you, you look so beautiful and happy!
Nadine
May 16, 2014 at 1:36 am (11 years ago)Lovely,refreshing blog full of vitality and radiance-i guess it reflects you! Will be looking forward to more good things:)
Nadine
everygoodthing
June 1, 2014 at 7:58 pm (11 years ago)Aw thank you Nadine! That really means so much to me! I’m excited to follow along your blog journey.
crazyguyinthailand
June 1, 2014 at 4:13 am (11 years ago)Outstanding blog.
everygoodthing
June 1, 2014 at 7:58 pm (11 years ago)Thank you so much!
CrazyGuyinThailand
June 2, 2014 at 1:15 am (11 years ago)Cool blog.
alanajohnsontheblogger
September 24, 2016 at 6:22 pm (8 years ago)HI I like your blog posts I have a blog too! I know Hillary also. This Is Alana,
alanajohnsontheblogger
September 24, 2016 at 6:26 pm (8 years ago)also love your dog samsy. I follow him on IG.