Melyssa Williams

Melyssa Williams has been writing since she could hold a pen (or a quill, as she was an odd little duck).

Sadly, she was born to two loving parents who fed her broccoli, taught her manners, and raised her with love and affection – this was a striking blow to someone who wanted desperately to adventure like only an orphan can.

Once she got over this terrible malady, Melyssa wrote several novels. These include The Lost Trilogy, a young adult sci-fi/fantasy saga, and Once Upon a Winter, a steampunk retelling of the The Nutcracker.

Melyssa has been on staff for magazines such as Mary Jane’s Farm and Home Educating Family, she has ghostwritten several popular books, and her work has been featured on Crosswalk, Farm Girl Sisterhood, Well Planned Gal, and more.

When she’s not writing fiction, you'll find her blogging, thrift store shopping, or annoying her children (who also wish they were orphans).

She was a professional ballerina back in the day, has taught ballet for over 30 years, and currently pours wine at the most darling tasting room in Southern Oregon.

50 Cute Gifts for Your Girlfriend’s Birthday

February 7, 2024February 14, 2022 by Melyssa Williams

That special day for that special someone is coming up, and you need a gift for your girlfriend’s birthday. You know she has some *gasp* “expectations,” and it’s enough to send you into a tailspin.

What with all the possible gift ideas (or lack thereof), the costs, the preparation, the wrapping… Maybe you feel overwhelmed. Well, don’t fret. We’ve got some great tricks and treats in the bag for you.

So browse and scroll – no stressing required! Below you’ll find 50 super cute gifts for your girlfriend’s birthday, starting with our top ten favorites.

40 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Sweetheart

February 8, 2024February 5, 2022 by Melyssa Williams

Guess what? Cupid’s knocking on the door, and we’ve got the inside scoop on the 40 absolute best Valentine’s Day gifts for your sweetheart.

Who said romance can’t be creative, a little playful, and a whole lot fabulous? If someone did—well, they can just scram. We love Valentine’s Day around here.

11th Anniversary Gifts: Best Ideas (Traditional & Modern)

July 21, 2023January 24, 2022 by Melyssa Williams

Okay, it’s a whole year past one of the epic and important milestone anniversaries: the 10th. You made it a decade, PLUS one, and we think that’s reason to celebrate!

Here are some great ideas for both traditional and modern 11th anniversary gifts.

101+ Happy Anniversary Quotes, Wishes, & Sweet Little Nothings

April 12, 2024January 17, 2022 by Melyssa Williams

“So, I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.”
Wow. Talk about swoon-worthy! Do you want to pen something for your sweetheart as beautiful as that quote from Paulo Coelho? Well, that’s why we’re here today! To give you over one hundred ideas for the sweetest, most romantic, most meaningful “Happy Anniversary” quotes and wishes.

30 Most Unique Gifts for Your Boyfriend

November 14, 2023January 10, 2022 by Melyssa Williams

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Choosing a gift for your sweet baboo can be difficult! Even if you’ve been together for years, it’s overwhelming to find the just-right present for such a great man.

Well, we’ve got you covered! We’ve curated the 30 most unique gifts for your boyfriend: each is truly one-of-a-kind and lovely to unwrap… just like him.

50 Fun & Timeless Jewelry Gifts for Kids

February 5, 2024December 27, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

Giving jewelry is a timeless tradition, and for good reason. It’s a sentimental way to mark a special day or a goal met, or perhaps honor a growing maturity as you create a special heirloom.

Jewelry gifts can be either inexpensive or nearly priceless depending on what you want. In these days of costly shipping, the teensy-tinsy baubles are easy to mail so if you need a budget-friendly yet meaningful gift for your littles, jewelry just might be the way to go.

Whether you’re looking for something sweet or sophisticated, grown-up or childlike, we’ve got some great ideas for you and your beautifully jewelry-bedecked children. Check it out!

50 Manly Outdoor Gifts for Your Outdoorsman

November 14, 2023December 20, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

Today we’re going to lead you down a scenic trail of outdoor gifts for your beloved hunter/gatherer/hiker/climber beefcake. If you need a gift for the leather-skinned man who spends all his time scheming to get back to the wilderness, you’re in store for a treat.

Whether he’s sporting the largest, gnarliest beard this side of ‘squatch territory, only wears flannel even in the summer, ice fishes because regular fishing is too dull, or has a power tool collection to rival Tool Man Tim’s, he needs a most excellent (and manly) gift!

Don’t worry, you regular mortal, our Gift Expert team here at All Gifts Considered has done all the footwork for you. All you’ll need to do is browse and choose from the list below of the manliest gifts for outdoorsmen.

15th Anniversary Gifts: Best Ideas (Traditional & Modern)

July 21, 2023December 13, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

Today we’ve put together the very best 15th anniversary gifts to help you celebrate the love you share with your amazing spouse.

After all… 15 years together! You two deserve a party for sure. And of course parties just aren’t parties without some really fabulous gifts to unwrap.

We’ve done the footwork for you, so all you need to do is scroll along merrily and find the utmost, perfect gift for that fabulous couple.

30 Gifts for Dog Lovers [Greatest Must-Haves]

November 15, 2023November 29, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

Here are the 30 best gifts for the doggo lovers in your life.

Whether they’re being followed by a loyal Golden Retriever, chased around by a spunky Husky, herded by their own Australian Shepherd, or suspiciously eyeing the mailman along with their pack of Chihuahuas, dog lovers are easy to please (much like their mutts), and will go bananas over a great gift.

We’ve curated the very best ideas to help you discover something thoughtful, creative, and unique.

21 Best Gifts for Cat Lovers That Will Keep Them Purring

April 9, 2024November 26, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

Finding the best gifts for cat lovers: If there’s one thing Mr. “I’m a dog person,” and Ms. “#CatMom” can agree on, it’s the need for a good gift for those fur parents!

Whether it’s to celebrate Fifi and Spot’s wedding anniversary, Sadie Lou’s return home after adventuring too far, or Midnight’s Gotcha Day, we have some great ideas for presents.

You might say, they’re all purr-fectly adorable!

What? Too much?