Melissa’s life includes a husband who has been by her side and a constant support system, even when his eyes glaze over when she is discussing her new ideas.

They serve two cats who enjoy showing their appreciation by offering gifts from the outside animal world and announcing their gift with a loud song to rejoice in their accomplishment.

Melissa’s hobbies include being of servitude to the cats, along with cooking, reading, and writing about nothing and everything.

Melissa is a ruptured brain aneurysm survivor.