Welcome to my first blog post! Have you ever felt that you have a million things to say, but not enough characters in which to say them? I have a constant need for authentic conversation. I hope that this blog can be the answer and also satiate my need. 

So, who is this melken person, anyway? Well, I'm glad you want to know. Melken is a play on my first and last name (Melissa Kennedy). I like the way it rolls off the tongue. I am more than just a nickname, though. I am a daughter, wife, sister, mother and I juggle a full time job outside of the home.

Many things are important to me, but here's the highlight reel. I am a person of faith (LDS), a feminist (yes, LDS feminists do exist), and I am passionate about harmony and diversity. I also love sports, struggle with health issues, an avid reader, researcher and love to eat and make food.

What you can expect from this blog is, well, whatever I want to discuss. Isn't that why people start blogs? Most of the time it's fueled by something going on in one of my realms of existence. This will be a safe place for me to express myself, work through tough challenges and also sharpen my writing skills.

I truly hope you enjoy reading this blog! Feel free to contact me if you ever have a suggestion for content. 

-melken