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Embodying change: Transforming power, culture and well-being for people in aid48. Sitting in the gray with Elisha Smith ArrillagaWhat does it mean to sit in the gray areas of change? How can philanthropy better support nonprofit leaders and staff in these challenging times?In today’s episode of Embodying Change, host Melissa Pitotti speaks with Elisha Smith Arrillaga, a thought leader in philanthropy and the leader of the research team at the Center for Effective Philanthropy. Elisha shares her journey from a childhood deeply influenced by civil rights activism to her role in shaping effective philanthropic practices. The conversation covers critical topics, including the findings from the 2024 State of Nonprofits report, which highlights the...2024-08-3039 min
Mel's MusicForever, Watch Jericho’s Walls Keep Falling (Tribute to Heartbroken by Diplo, Jessie Murph, & Polo G)Forever, Watch Jericho’s Walls Keep Falling (Tribute to Heartbroken by Diplo, Jessie Murph, & Polo G) Original written by: Amy Allen, Elie Rizk, Emeric Boxall, Ilsey Juber, Jessie Murph, Taurus Tremani Bartlett, & Thomas Wesley Pentz Lyrics: Moses left this Earth Joshua was next in line God told him: Be courageous Because lead, he would With his heart’s motives right Used Rahab’s scarlet rope Protected her new friends Who would have conceived it That in Christ’s bloodline She would fit right in?2024-03-0703 min
Mel's MusicNew Meaning~ Happy Belated 6th Birthday, Oliver!!! (Tribute to Greedy by Tate McRae)New Meaning~ Happy Belated 6th Birthday, Oliver!!!! (Tribute to Greedy by Tate McRae) *Oliver, Wave goodbye to 5; your age is now counted on 2 hands!!! Love you for eternity, Kiddo; Happy Belated (adult for late) Birthday present!!! Love Your Lissa 💝💝💝🧡💛💕🩵🩵🩷💖❤💞💘💘💜💜💚💙💜💜💘💞💞❤🧡🧡🧡💛💛❤❤💛🧡🧡💕💝🩵🩵🩵🩷🩷💚💚💙💜💘💘💞💞❤💖💖🩷💖💛💛💛🧡💕💝💝🩵🩵💖💖💖❤💞💘💜💙💖💚🩷🩷❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣ ❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣ **Original written by: Amy Allen, Jasper Harris, Ryan Tedder, & Tate McRae Lyrics: Yup, yup, yup Yup, yup Yup, yup Yup, yup Yup, yup Yup, yup, yup He knows how to be honest and mysterious Eyes tell on him when he lies But he’s too cute for me not to help From zoos to aquariums, he runs Who wouldn’t be influenced by his sad pout? He leads me through fun fun fun tunnels Down slides Museums, parks, and pods Time together always magically swell He...2024-01-2302 min
Mel's MusicFor My Newty Girl, I Still Cry / Am Never Saying Goodbye (Tribute to Last Night by Morgan Wallen)For My Newty Girl, I Still Cry / Am Never Saying Goodbye (Tribute to Last Night by Morgan Wallen) **Original written by: Ashley Gorley, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Byron, & Ryan Vojtesak *** A huge thank you to both Adam & Aaron for taking Newt in, for saving & forever changing her life, and for introducing me to the kindest and sweetest soul I have ever known in my entire life!!! She was just like Mary Poppins “practically perfect in every which way,” with a strong love for people, walks, construction paper, treats, Adam always, snow and leaves, chick flicks on t...2023-12-1403 min
Mel's MusicThat 7 Life / Happy 7th Birthday, Eden!!! (Tribute to Speed Drive by Charli XCX)That 7 Life / Happy 7th Birthday, Eden!!! (Tribute to Speed Drive by Charli XCX) *Original written by: Charlotte Aitchison, David James Parker, EASYFUN, Ewart Everton Brown, Fabian Peter Torsson, Joakim Frans Ahlund, Klas Ålund, Michael Chapman, Nicky Chinn, Patrik Knut Arve, Sylvia Robinson, & Troy Rami **Happy 7th Birthday, Eden; no song could ever capture your coolness, so please accept this bouquet of clumsy words as a 7th Birthday gift representing my love for You, Angel Pro & Lightning Bug❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣ Lyrics: Yo yo Yo yo For my Eden She’ll always be my Girl Turning 7 i...2023-10-2902 min
Mel's MusicBecause My Singing Monsters Sing, So Must I (Tribute to When Love Sucks (feat. Dido) by Jason Derulo)Because My Singing Monsters Sing, So Must I (Tribute to When Love Sucks (feat. Dido) by Jason Derulo ) *Original written by: Dido Armstrong & Paul Herman, JBACH, Jackson Morgan, Jason Desrouleaux, Johnny Goldstein, Kyle Buckley, & Shawn Charles **Thank you to fellow monster lovers Miles Porter & his beloved Mommy Lauren; this song is dedicated to both of you ❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣ *** Happy 200th Episode, everyone❣️❣️❣️ Lyrics: Because My Singing Monsters sing So must I For food, diamonds, relics, & crystals Daily breeding for eggs to awaken statues like Wublins These islands spin my mind in circles But even if I had milli...2023-09-2703 min
The No Frills VA PodcastThe Long Game of NetworkingIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares her love of networking and how to consistently network in order to build your business. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:02 - Why she started networking;1:50 - How Melissa discovered the value of having even a small network;2:50 - The kind of networking Melissa does not enjoy;3:35 - Specific purpose networking;7:57 - Why it’s no one’s job to refer your business;8:25 - How Melissa stays connected to her net...2023-08-3018 minThe No Frills VA PodcastGrowing Your Business SlowlyIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares the struggle, pain, persistence, lessons learned, and the ultimate joy if you have a business that is growing slowly.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:2:07 - What drives Melissa;3:03 - Why growing your business slowly affects all business owners;4:05 - Coping with slow growth;6:40 - The great thing about slow growth;9:44 - How Melissa knew her business was growing every single day;11:15 - Harnessing a gardener’s mindset;13:15 - Asking yourself what...2023-08-1620 minThe No Frills VA PodcastVacationing As A VAIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares her thoughts on vacationing as a VA.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:35 - The importance of knowing yourself;2:44 - Where to start in vacationing planning;5:40 - What VAs usually leave out of vacation planning;8:50 - The most important part of a vacation;9:42 - The best vacation plan;How do you set yourself up for vacation success?Prefer to watch the video? Cl...2023-07-1910 min
Mel's MusicFrom The Cross To His Throne (Tribute to Stoned by Ed Sheeran)From The Cross To His Throne (Tribute to Stoned by Ed Sheeran) Original by Aaron Dessner & Ed Sheeran Thank you to God and to everyone who prayed & worked to make these priceless Nucala injections possible 💜💚💚💖💖💖💝💙❤️❤️💙💙💓💛💛💛💓💙💙💝💖💖💚💜💖💖💝💝💙❤️❤️💙💓💛💛💓💙💝💝💜💚💚💖💝💝💙💙💙💙💙💝🤯💖💖💚💚💜❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️🎉❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ Lyrics: With Him, walking Makes us less afraid Avoiding greed like our Father taught us He has the power Our lives, forever changed Presumed dead to come back to life Yeah, that’s His ministry Praising Can’t stop singing His name Watching Him walk on the waves In 3 days, defeated the grave Handcrafted time and space With His voice, He creates He keeps our paths narrow but straight The only one who can save Our problems feel like immovable stone But with Jesus, we feel like we’re finally home Grateful to the master of miracles Whi...2023-07-1203 minThe No Frills VA PodcastMake Mistakes!In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares the great thing about making mistakes and how all mistakes are not created equal.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:55 - Why Melissa wants you to make mistakes;2:15 - The place Melissa leads from;3:15 - Flipping the script on the mistake warnings;4:57 - Why someone else’s mistake is not yours;6:08 - The type of people Melissa loves to work with;6:58 - Why you shouldn’t focus on mistakes;9:12...2023-07-0511 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhen Your Ceiling Becomes Your FloorIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares how to recognize when your ceiling becomes your floor and how to frame your mindset to take your business to the next level.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:07 - What it means to have your ceiling become your floor;3:53 - The danger of not recognizing when your ceiling dropped;4:25 - Rethinking and starting over;5:15 - What it means to take your business to the next level;6:28 - The great misconception regarding st...2023-06-2114 minThe No Frills VA PodcastTurning Soft Skills Into Power SkillsIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares how turning your soft skills into power skills will transform your business, making you more powerful and confident.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:50 - The purpose of turning soft skills into power skills;2:10 - What happens when we feel powerless;4:15 - Smiling as a power skill;6:05 - Keeping a compliment journal to find your powerful value;6:38 - What happens when all you look for are dollar signs;7:20 - How le...2023-06-0714 minThe No Frills VA PodcastThe Problem With ConvincingIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares not only the problems but the dangers of trying to convince clients and potential clients that you are their VA.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:10 - How to really define a client;1:30 - The real problem with convincing;3:30 - The secret dangers in trying to convince a potential client;5:20 - The red flag you need to watch out for;Do you struggle with trying to convince potential cl...2023-05-2408 min
Mel's MusicLove Bactrim and Flagyl (Reimagined Tribute to Diamonds & Dancefloors by Ava Max)Love Bactrim and Flagyl (Reimagined Tribute to Diamonds & Dancefloors by Ava Max) *Original written by: Amanda Ava Koci, Caroline Ailin, Henry Walter, & Michael Pollack : D **WARNING: Although this tribute is entitled “Bactrim & Flagyl,” please take these medications separately!!! Taking both medications AT THE SAME TIME can increase your risk for a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis : ( ***Thank you to God, to Dr. Tauseef Ali, to his brilliant and lovely problem-solver Bobbie, & to Dr. Paul Dautenhahn for curing my SIBO (Flagyl) & eye and ear infections (Bactrim) this year ; ) Lyrics From C. diff to S...2023-05-2102 min
Mel's MusicLike The Stars Above: Happy 8th Birthday, Dearest Miles!!! (Tribute to Baby Don’t Hurt Me by David Guetta, Anne-Marie, & Coi Leray)Like The Stars Above: Happy 8th Birthday, Dearest Miles!!! (Tribute to Baby Don’t Hurt Me by David Guetta, Anne-Marie, & Coi Leray) ~ inspired by the original “What is Love” by Haddaway *Original written by: Akil “worldwidefresh” King, Anne-Marie Nicholson, Coi Leray, David Guetta, Dee Dee Halligan, Ed Sheeran, Feli Ferraro, Johnny Mcdaid, Junior Torello, Mikkel Cox, Steve Mac, & Tobias Frederiksen **Cover art by Miles Porter Happy 8th Birthday, Miles; love you, Kiddo ❤️💚💜💙💙💝💝💙💙💜💚❤️💚💜💜💜💝💝💝💙💙💜💚❤️❤️💚💜💙💝🧡🧡🧡🧡💝💝💙💙💝🧡🧡🧡🧡💙💙💜💚💚💜💜💙💙💙💝🧡🧡🧡💙💙💙💜💚❤️💚💙💙💙💝🧡🧡🧡💝😊💙💜💚❤️💚💙💙💙💝🧡😊💙💚💚❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ Lyrics: You dress up like the Hulk for Halloween Sporting cool green But it never makes you mean You still maintain Your loyal pedigree I see that you make this world shine You don’t have its greed But a thirst to change this world with your individuality I’m so thankful for you, Kiddo Eternally Knowing you teaches me What is real Weighing what in li...2023-05-2102 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhat Type of Confidence Do You Have?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares the different types of confidence and how to use them to your advantage. What kind of confidence do you have?In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:26 - Why we need to understand more about confidence itself;1:45 - The different types of confidence;7:25 - What confidence really is;9:15 - Having confidence in what you don’t enjoy;What type of confidence do you use most often?Prefer to w...2023-05-1011 minThe No Frills VA PodcastAre You Curious Enough To Be Surprised?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith wants to know if you’re navigating your VA business based on assumptions or with the spirit of curiosity.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:45 - What Melissa offers to VAs in order for them to navigate their businesses;1:11 - Why we need roadmaps;1:55 - The problem with basing your business on assumptions;3:43 - What to do instead of assuming;6:13 - The questions to bring out curiosity;6:40 - Setting your intentions to be s...2023-04-1909 minThe No Frills VA PodcastDisasters, Disappointments & DefeatsIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith is flipping the script on Disasters, Disappointments & Defeats. She will challenge your mindset, as well as your response. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:09 - What all these things have in common;1:54 - The opportunity you may not see at first glance;2:45 - What Melissa encourages you to do;4:55 - Melissa’s response to pick herself up;6:39 - What really defines you in these moments;What...2023-03-2008 min
Mel's MusicFell Hard For You, Amadeu22 (Tribute to Thinking’ Bout You by Dustin Lynch, featuring MacKenzie Porter)Fell Hard For You, Amadeu22 (Tribute to Thinking’ Bout You by Dustin Lynch, featuring MacKenzie Porter) Original written by: Andy Albert, Dustin Lynch, Hunter Phelps, & Will Weatherly Lyrics: Love my Scrabble partner’s wit First and last, he knows it Long time coming, for us to get this That’s why I wrote this song Started at Cinemark, my movie date Eighteen years later, still hit play On this relationship, at the PAC Decade married, come right on With him, feel teenager excited Can’t get en...2023-03-0902 minThe No Frills VA PodcastMaking Your Requests KnownIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith is asking how you are Making Your Requests Known. Plus, she’ll share how to know if it’s working or not.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:44 - Why this profound question should be answered with a yes or no;1:40 - The importance of making your requests known;5:08 - How making your requests known applies to your VA business;6:23 - What makes a good request;7:34 - The underestimation VAs often make;8...2023-03-0611 min
Mel's MusicRobot Redeemer / Arisa’s Got His Back: for the riveting Better Than Us (Tribute to Fever by Dua Lipa & Angèle)Robot Redeemer / Arisa’s Got His Back: for the riveting Better Than Us (Tribute to Fever by Dua Lipa & Angèle) Original written by: Dua Lipa, Angèle Van Laeken, Julia Michaels, Caroline Ailin, Ian Kirkpatrick, & Jacob Kasher Lyrics: Went from performing medical rounds To devastated inside Unfortunately, unfortunately, unfortunately His family was leaving With Australia in mind He wasn’t gonna give up Nope, not without a fight So thankfully, thankfully, thankfully She came into his life His robot redeemer Arisa’s got his...2023-02-2103 min
Mel's MusicFly High Like Peter Pan, With No Landing Zone (Tribute to Sleepwalking by All Time Low)Fly High Like Peter Pan, With No Landing Zone (Tribute to Sleepwalking by All Time Low) Original written by: Alex Gaskarth, Andrew Goldstein, & Jack Barakat Lyrics: Fly high like Peter Pan, with no landing Zone, zone, zone zone zone zone Zone, zone, zone zone zone zone zone Zone, zone, zone zone zone zone Fly high like Peter Pan, with no landing zone Know my name Know my name Know my name Growing up’s overrated So I stay young at heart, wow… Fly...2023-02-2003 minThe No Frills VA PodcastAre You Talking or Listening?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith wants to know if you are talking or listening. More importantly, what you are talking and listening to when it comes to yourself.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:15 - Why talking to yourself is sometimes more necessary than listening;2:05 - Taking an inventory of what you’re listening to;2:30 - The importance of calling yourself by name when you talk to yourself;3:50 - Examples of how Melissa talks to herself;6:10 - Pr...2023-02-2009 min
Mel's MusicHealer, Doctor, Grandpa…Oh My! (Tribute to Girl Like Me by Dove Cameron)Healer, Doctor, Grandpa…Oh My! (Tribute to Girl Like Me by Dove Cameron) * original written by: Edwyn Collins ** dedicated to the one and only, Dr. Paul Dautenhan! Thank you for saving my life, for making me a part of your family, and for being a wonderful doctor, friend, & confidant; this tune is for you ;) Lyrics: Healer Keeping me alive so I have a life That’s worth, for, fighting Thank you for the family My favorite kiddos, he’s been sharing Without him, I’d be six feet und...2023-02-0702 minThe No Frills VA PodcastMelissa's Word for 2023In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares her word for 2023 and what it means. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:43 - A reminder of her word from 2022;2:08 - Why she gives herself a year to live to out her word;3:35 - How Melissa picked her word for 2023;4:55 - Melissa’s word for 2023 and what it means;6:56 - What she encourages you to do with your word;What is your word for 2023?2023-02-0608 minThe No Frills VA PodcastAlready Overwhelmed?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares why she’s already overwhelmed this year and what she’s doing about it. It can work for you too! In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:45 - Why she is overwhelmed;1:02 - Where the overwhelm is coming from;2:55 - Why goals are goals, not deadlines;3:15 - What to do when you’re overwhelmed;5:25 - Why you don’t need to overwhelm yourself;What’s your best tip to beat feeli...2023-01-2306 min
Mel's MusicJanuary Through December (Tribute to Sober by jxdn)January Through December (Tribute to Sober by jxdn) *Original written by: Andrew Goldstein, Jaden Hossler, Mike Posner, & Travis Barker **Cover Art by Miles Porter Lyrics: From January, through December Halloween in October In each leap year, 366 days All the rest 365 From January, through December Hope this jingle helps you to remember April’s showers and May’s flowers February’s for Valentines Christmas in December November’s Thanksgiving, yes! Mom also born in November Yeah, she’s the best Anniversar...2023-01-1801 min
Mel's MusicFast As Sonic The Hedgehog (Tribute to Hound Dog by Elvis Presley) Fast As Sonic The Hedgehog 🦔 (Tribute to Hound Dog by Elvis Presley) *Original written by: Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller ** Celebrating creative genius and master entertainer Elvis Presley, along with the clever and beloved classic for all ages, Sonic the Hedgehog 🦔 Lyrics: You’re zoomin’ as fast as Sonic the Hedgehog Around Mobius Fast as light You’re zoomin’ as fast as Sonic the Hedgehog Around Mobius Fast as light You’re zoomin’ as fast as Sonic the Hedgehog Plus Tails keeps flying high Evil, Robotn...2023-01-0501 min
Mel's MusicGubler, Guillermo, Grissom, & Horatio [Tribute to Good Ones by Charli XCX]Gubler, Guillermo, Grissom, & Horatio [Tribute to Good Ones by Charli XCX] *Original written by: Caroline Ailin, Charli XCX, Charlotte Aitchison, Mattias Larsson, Noonie Bao, Oscar Holter, & Robin Fredriksson **Thank you to my favorite smart guy, Smooth Amadeus, for putting up with my musical jingles ;) ***dedicated to all of the fascinating characters and artists mentioned in this song, for inspiring my art throughout my life: thank you for composing and delivering delightful and compelling creations!!!!!!!!! Lyrics: They’re oh so caring From season to season In The Bi...2022-12-2802 min
Mel's MusicDrinking Eggnog, Reflecting on God’s Love (Tribute to Drunk in the Bathtub by Jessie Murph)Drinking Eggnog, Reflecting on God’s Love (Tribute to Drunk in the Bathtub by Jessie Murph) Original written by: Alex Hope & Jessie Murph Lyrics: Peppermint twist Praying to Christ Celebrating the birthday of Jesus right Stringing through trees, Christmas lights And chowing down on holiday pies Like the wise men, we seek It’s true Through the streets, keep caroling Your tunes From Silver Bells to Silent Night Enjoy holiday delights Feverish present wrapping & Fun snow time Despite December weather, God warm...2022-12-2502 min
Mel's MusicHappy 5th Birthday, Prince Oli [Tribute to Astronaut In The Ocean by Masked Wolf]Happy 5th Birthday, Prince Oli (Tribute to Astronaut In The Ocean by Masked Wolf) *mega original by Harry Michael & Tyron Takaha Hapi **Happy 5th Birthday, Oliver; credit to his awesome brother Miles for picking the song Lyrics: Oli~ver Happy 5th Birthday Sweet Kiddo, Prince Oli You and your brother, Miles Mean the world to me With your kindness and your joy You bring dead hearts back to life With Root Beer concoctions This whole planet benefits From the flow of your...2022-12-1702 minThe No Frills VA Podcast#1 No Frills VA Podcast Episode of the YearThis month we’re bringing you the best of the best episodes of the year from the No Frills VA Podcast. Coming in at #1 is: How to Find What Your Clients Truly Value. This is a very popular topic among VAs so it’s no surprise this episode received the most downloads of the year. Listen (or listen again) as AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares how she unexpectedly found out how to find what clients truly value and how you can too! In this episode, Melissa shares:0:47 - What Melissa struggled with w...2022-12-0709 min
Mel's MusicDinner Rolls ~ Happy Thanksgiving 2022 🦃🍁🍽 (Tribute to Forget Me by Lewis Capaldi)Dinner Rolls ~ Happy Thanksgiving 2022 🦃🍁🍽 (Tribute to Forget Me by Lewis Capaldi)*original written by: Lewis Capaldi, Michael Pollack, Plested, Thomas Barnes, & TmsHappy Thanksgiving in 2022; please stay safe & have a wonderful holiday! If you start craving a calorie free Thanksgiving treat, stop by here any time for a quick sound bite to digest 💝💚💙💛💛💙💚💝💝💖💖💜💜❤️💖💝💝💚💛💛💙💚💝💖💖❤️💜💜❤️❤️💖💖💝💚💙💛💚💝💖💖❤️💜❤️❤️❤️💝💝💚💚💛💛💛💚💝💝💚💛💙💙💚💝💚💛💙💚💝💚💙💛💚❤️💖❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❣️💝💚💙💛💙💚💚💖💖💙💛💙💚💝💖❤️❤️❤️❤️💖💝💚💙💛💙💚💚💖❤️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️Lyrics:Food crazedIt’s so human Éclairs, I miss you so DanishesAnd doughnut holesGlazed with glutenIt always hurtsI know nowWhat kills me worstWhoa: wheat, barley, and rye, oh no! To help my head I avoid all bread No more cake, carrot or funnelPumpkin and moreHad to say goodbye to cinnamon rolls & give up that soup French OnionBoy, I miss stuffing & and casseroles with a mix of everything Love your Thanksgiving cranberries Plus mashed potatoes and gravy Learning the love language of home cooking Hanging wi...2022-11-2403 minThe No Frills VA PodcastReturning Kindness to YourselfIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares why the practice of gratitude is not enough unless you return kindness to yourself. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:43 - How returning kindness to yourself is part of the gratitude process;1:37 - How VAs return kindness to others but not themselves;2:25 - Areas where VAs can but usually don’t return kindness to themselves;3:03 - How you can be kind to yourself even in failure;5:22 - How you can be kind...2022-11-2110 min
Mel's Musiccereal bowl flavors 🥣 (Tribute to Serial Heartbreaker by FLETCHER)cereal bowl flavors (Tribute to Serial Heartbreaker by FLETCHER)Original written by: Cari Fletcher, James Ho, & Jennifer Decilveo Lyrics:Come taste these Cereal bowl flavors Keep swirlingRound and roundMilk coveredLots of great options Full of fiberSome are healthy Tons of neat selections Morning sugar rush Tasting sweet Tony the Tiger, for Frosted FlakesToucan flying highFroot Loop daysSuffering from Frosted Mini Wheat sensations Blueberry, strawberry facesWhen they’re a laxative, ne...2022-11-1501 minThe No Frills VA PodcastBrave Enough For a 20 Year PlanIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith dares you to be brave enough to create a 20-year plan for your life.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:52 - Why this isn’t your normal VA plan;2:42 - Why knowing full plan details isn’t brave;4:57 - What your 20 year plan represents;6:20 - Melissa shares her very first 20 year plan;9:16 - The next 20 years;Are you brave enough?Prefer to wat...2022-11-0710 min
Mel's MusicPlaying Roblox With You Makes Me Feel Alive (Tribute to Girls Make Me Wanna Die by The Aces)Playing Roblox With You Makes Me Feel Alive (Tribute to Girls Make Me Wanna Die by The Aces) *original written by Alisa Ramirez, Cristal Ramirez, Katie Henderson, Keith Varon, & McKenna Petty**for Miles & Oliver; you are both awesome Kiddos💜💖❤️💓💛💝💚💛💙💛💝💖❤️❤️💜💖💚💚💝💙💙💝💚💜💖❤️💚💝💛💙💛💝💜💜❤️💚💛💙💛💚💜❤️💙❤️💚💜💝💛💙💛💝💜💜💝💙💛💝💜💚💛💛💛💝💜❤️💝💛💙💛💙💝💚💖💛💙💛💚💖❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️Lyrics:You were sick from school one daySore throat, coughing You called me upIdeas brimming Told me to download the Roblox appFor online gaming Lissa, will you be my friend?It’ll be fun…pretty please?Search for meIn Wonderland, I’m the ‘zy’ plus MelTuftyTheFlash How to swipe the screenYou excelYeah On that October WednesdayYou showed me the path through your ObbyJumping over red linesBuilding TycoonBlocks stack up high in piles Covered in blocks, I surrenderYou’...2022-11-0301 min
Mel's MusicDepp’s Siren Pirate 🏴☠️(Tribute to The Wave - Soaked Maiden by Ginny Di, featuring Michael Sheridan, R. Morgan Slade, & Leah Stein)Depp’s Siren Pirate : a song for Pirates of the Caribbean (Tribute to The Wave - Soaked Maiden by Ginny Di, featuring Michael Sheridan, R. Morgan Slade, & Leah Stein)Original written by: Ginny Di & J Black Smith ‘for Johnny Depp, for Pirates of the Caribbean, & for (most importantly) my Mom Happy Halloween 🎃 👻 🍭 🍬🏴☠️ 🚢 ❣️Lyrics:Yo ho, yo hoA pirate’s 🏴☠️ life for me! Each young maidenWith deep, pure loveAnd intentions of husband and homeAre in grave danger If left aloneWith the Captain Jack Sparrow In...2022-10-2404 minThe No Frills VA PodcastSaying A Good GoodbyeIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares why this time of year is the perfect time to say a good goodbye.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:58 - Why it’s always a good time to ask yourself if you need a good goodbye;1:20 - What a good goodbye is;2:24 - Melissa shares one of her most profound good goodbyes;4:44 - Why good goodbyes can be challenging;2022-10-2408 min
Mel's MusicNeela Rasgotra Rules: ER Part 2 (Tribute to I’m Good (Blue) by David Guetta & Bebe Rexha)Neela Rasgotra Rules: ER Part 2 (Tribute to I’m Good (Blue) by David Guetta & Bebe Rexha)‘Mad props to the amazing original Blue by Eiffel 65, to the awesome television program ER, & to Adam Christopher’s fantastic coverOriginal (for this tribute) written by: Bebe Rexha, David Guetta, Gianfranco Randone, KAMILLE, Massimo Gabutti, Maurizio Lobina, & Phil PlestedLyrics:Rasgotra rulesShe’s a surgeon on fireNo maybes about itLockhart loves her patients Family troubles aside Morris is clearly dying for respect and television airtime Pratt loves th...2022-10-1403 minThe No Frills VA PodcastThere's Gotta Be A Better WayIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith congratulates you for asking (or even thinking) that There’s Gotta Be A Better Way!In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:54 - What to do when things don’t feel right in your VA business;1:20 - Why it’s okay not to have all the answers;2:08 - A point of frustration many VAs face;2:30 - Your answer for the best way to do something in your business;3:15 - Melissa’s encouragement;Do you have a different way of doing business?P...2022-10-1004 min
Mel's Musicbluff ; ) ~ a song for Poker / Cards / & Games (Tribute to Enough by charlieonnafriday)bluff ;) - a song for Poker / Cards / & Board Games (Tribute to Enough by charlieonnafriday)Original written by: Charlie Malone Finch, Christian Dold, Jeffrey Baranowski, Jordan Santana, Luke Milano, Riley Chase Alba, Seth Reger, & Tyler DoppsLyrics:Yeah, you’re the one to beatPlease keep playing Draw from the deck, andTry to call my bluffFrom Poker, War, Gin RummyGood hands on the double There’s hearts, diamonds, spades, & clubs So many cards, cardsGetting royal flushed, flushedPlease keep deck cutting 2022-09-2903 minThe No Frills VA PodcastCreating A Non-Urgent Productive LifestyleIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares how she's gone from having a very urgent, productive lifestyle to a non-urgent, yet still productive lifestyle. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares: 1:25 - Three things that helped Melissa create a non-urgent, productive lifestyle;1:43 - How Melissa unexpectedly let go of perfectionism;2:39 - Creating deadlines to get things done and not perfect;2:58 - Why believing everything is going to work out helped Melissa;3:37 - The reason hard work is not sustainable;2022-09-2608 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhat To Do When You've Made A Bad DecisionIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith talks about bad decisions. We all make them. It’s what we do after that counts. “Bad decisions make good stories.” — Ellis Vidler In this week’s episode, Melissa shares: 1:04 - What to do after you make a bad decision;1:48 - Melissa’s story of a bad thing that happened in life;3:00 - Melissa’s story of a bad decision she made in business;4:11 - Why bad decisions make good stories;4:38 - The powerful thi...2022-09-1208 min
Mel's MusicThere’s No Fitting My Daughter’s Figure, Says The Moon’s Mother ~ a song for Aesop’s Fables (Tribute to Bungle In the Jungle by Jethro Tull)There’s No Fitting My Daughter’s Figure, Says The Moon’s Mother ~ a song for Aesop’s Fables ~ (Tribute to Bungle In The Jungle by Jethro Tull)Original written by: Ian Anderson Lyrics:You have a voice, but want witsSaid the Fox to the Crow over dropped cheese shenanigans One Swallow doesn’t make a summerThe Spendthrift lamentsStill bird corpse blaming…In the Old Woman and the DoctorAre you really cured of blindness if deception, you can’t see?The Peacock is colorful...2022-08-3104 min
Mel's MusicStephen King (Tribute to Jolene by Dolly Parton; awesome covers by Miley Cyrus, Mindy Smith, & Pentatonix)Stephen King (Tribute to Jolene by Dolly Parton; awesome covers by Miley Cyrus, Mindy Smith, & Pentatonix)Sublime original written by: Dolly Parton Lyrics:Stephen KingStephen KingStephen KingStephen King ~He’s responsible for making me a horror fiction fan Stephen KingStephen KingStephen KingStephen King ~He’s won the genreRichard Bachman pseudonym so grandHis writing makes me twirl my hairYanking and tugging blonde strands gets me nowhere In guessing his mighty twistsA ma...2022-08-3102 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhen Networking Feels IckyIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith talks about why networking feels icky and how to make it feel natural through relationship networking.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:29 - What makes VAs feel icky about networking;1:56 - Why the amount of networking VAs participate in raises red flags;2:23 - The solution the AVA offers to make networking easy;3:12 - The real reason it feels icky to network;3:40 - What you don’t have to worry about when you’re a m...2022-08-2906 minThe No Frills VA PodcastNetworking for High-AchieversIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares why it’s important to network even when you’re a high-achiever.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:55 - Why the AVA is focusing on networking during the month of August;1:20 - The disconnect between the value of networking and the action of networking;2:10 - Problems that arise by doing it all on your own;2:46 - Are you setting yourself up to benefi...2022-08-0807 min
Mel's MusicToss Evil=Get Fiery! ~ for The Lord of the Rings Series by J. R. R. Tolkien ~ (Tribute to Ugly by Ella Henderson)Toss Evil=Get Fiery! ~ for The Lord of the Rings (The Hobbit, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, & The Return of the King) by J. R. R. Tolkien ~(Tribute to Ugly by Ella Henderson) *Original written by: Ella Henderson** dedicated to the awesome Lord of the Rings series (The Hobbit, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, & The Return of the King) by J. R. R. Tolkien & ** to the lovely original hit song Ugly by Ella Henderson Lyrics:So shortWits like artBilbo, plus Frodo...2022-07-2703 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhat To Do When Everyone Is the ExpertIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares what she did and what you can do when it feels like everyone but you is the expert.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:23 - The first thing to tell yourself;2:00 - Finding power in being a business owner;2:36 - Your opportunity as the expert;3:28 - What she knew about achieving success for herself;5:05 - What Melissa said to the experts;5:49 - Why it feels awesome even when bad decisions ar...2022-07-2507 minThe No Frills VA PodcastKeeping A ScorecardIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares why she keeps a scorecard, what she does and doesn’t track, and what you should have on your scorecard.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:00 - What a scorecard for your business is;2:00 - Why she doesn’t track what she’s not doing right;3:23 - The story scorecards can tell you;4:48 - Examples of what Melissa has tracked over the years;5:32 - How looking at your scorecard balances out feelings and fact...2022-07-1109 min
Mel's MusicMy Angels On Guard (Tribute to Who You Are by Craig David & MNEK)My Angels On Guard (Tribute to Who You Are by Craig David & MNEK) Original written by: Craig David, Joel Hailey, Matt Zara, Nick Gale, Rory Bennett, & Uzoechi Emenike**for Miles & Oliver Porter Lyrics:Love watching you boys climbing up treesYou’ve always meant the world to meAnd I can promise, in this life, you’ll both go farWithout you, I’m hopelessly lostMy soccer starsMy angels on guard, guard, guard, guard ~Guard guardMonsters better watch outPut on hig...2022-06-2803 minThe No Frills VA PodcastHow to Find What Your Clients Truly ValueIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares how she unexpectedly found out how to find what clients truly value and how you can too!In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:47 - What Melissa struggled with when she first started her business;1:58 - A time when Melissa was floored by what someone valued;3:45 - The value of being a seat filler;5:00 - What you can do to find value;6:14 - The point of finding what clients value;7:50 - The only way to...2022-06-2710 min
Mel's MusicLove Prawns: for Neill Blomkamp’s District 9 (Tribute to When You’re Gone by Shawn Mendes)Love Prawns: for Neill Blomkamp’s District 9(Tribute to When You’re Gone by Shawn Mendes)**Original written by Jonah Shy, Scott Harris, & Shawn Mendes*Awesome cover by Adam Christopher Lyrics:It’s really hard to appreciate your body until you’ve lost itSo oh oh Finally appreciate the transformation inside yourself Once you have survived deep physical torment So ohThese PrawnsKnow Earth lifeThe way that captives doIt’s sadly, too complicatedFor humansThrough their skul...2022-06-2002 min
Mel's MusicSaul / Jimmy’s Legal Snafus : a song for Better Call Saul ~ Tribute to Mommy Issues by Cloudy June~Saul / Jimmy’s Legal Snafus : a song for Better Call Saul ~Tribute to Mommy Issues by Cloudy June~Original written by: Claudia Terry Verdecia, Valentin Glage, & Vincent StefánssonLyrics:Better Call Jim Jim, Jim Jim JimmyOr Saul Saul, Saul Saul Saul SaulBetter Call Jim Jim, Jim Jim Jim JimOr Saul Saul, Saul Saul Saul SaulSo swift at entertaining His gift of gab is top tier ratedHuell and Mike are his protection With slow gains, he feels impatient pressures…Crazy...2022-06-0803 minThe No Frills VA PodcastFailure, Flipping and FloppingIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares all about the ins, outs, and benefits of failure, flipping, and flopping. In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:16 - Why we will forever have failures and flops;1:57 - How Melissa knows she is getting to do something challenging;2:35 - What you need to remember about failures and flops;3:34 - The difference between failures and flops;4:58 - The benefits of flops and failures;6:04 - Why nothing can be a total failure;8:45 - The exe...2022-06-0612 minThe No Frills VA PodcastEducating Clients As An OpportunityIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith challenges you to see educating clients as an opportunity.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:14 - What client education is;1:45 - Why it’s important to understand client education;2:20 - How to spot a client opportunity;2:50 - How great clients disguise themselves as bad clients;6:00 - What you can do to poke holes in client questions;6:37 - How to use a consultation as a client opportunity;7:03 - What your job is and...2022-05-2311 minThe No Frills VA PodcastRedefining SuccessIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith invites you to redefine success.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:25 - Melissa’s latest book recommendation;2:47 - What the parable of the NY businessman and the Mexican fisherman teaches us;5:12 - How Melissa knew to keep going in her VA business;7:00 - How to redefine success and give yourself permission to say you’re successful;8:12 - Why you shouldn’t be fooled by smoke and mirrors;9:37 - Why Melissa believes more VAs are...2022-05-0212 minThe No Frills VA PodcastWhat are you speaking into existence?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith reminds you about the power of your words and shares two dreams she spoke into existence.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:00 - Where our words come from;2:00 - The first time Melissa spoke a dream into existence;4:19 - Melissa’s first VA gig;6:38 - The second time Melissa spoke a dream into existence;9:40 - Why mindset is everything;What are you speaking into existence?...2022-04-1810 min
Mel's Musicpraise God while it’s raining / Happy Easter 2022 (Tribute to Falling by Alesso and awesome cover by Adam Christopher)praise God while it’s raining / Happy Easter (Tribute to Falling by Alesso & awesome cover by Adam Christopher)*Original by: Alesso & Kinda Ingrosso** Awesome Cover by Adam Christopher ***Cover photo: Newt’s Easter treat Happy Easter❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️Lyrics:Some say bad weather I feel electricity I’ve lost my mind, I guarantee…This world weighs a lot, so my mind’s wandering God made my groove, uses my IPhone’s reelsI’m dancing while it’s raining, raining Walking my dog through the twilight To the rhythm, my...2022-04-1702 min
Mel's MusicFast Pitch: a song for baseball ⚾️ (Tribute to Light Switch by Charlie Puth)Fast Pitch : a song for baseball ⚾️ (Tribute to Light Switch by Charlie Puth)*Original written by Charlie Puth, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, & Jake Torrey**Awesome covers by Shayne Orok & Rain Paris, & remix by Tiësto*** dedicated to my Dad, Grandad, Brother, Bob Simonson, Mom, Captain Sisko, Amadeus, MLB, & all baseball teams (especially those mentioned in this tune) Lyrics:Glad:Playing baseball for the Philadelphia PhilliesOr so cool like the Colorado RockiesOh yeahCleveland has GuardiansSan Francisco GiantsRad, radSeattle’s team...2022-04-1303 minThe No Frills VA PodcastAre you going deep enough?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares the questions you want to be asking yourself to understand if you’re going deep enough or if it’s time to pivot and walk away from your goals.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:45 - The question to be asking yourself;1:15 - A paradox of going deep in your business;1:35 - What a pivot truly is;3:00 - The common practice that happens when you dig deep in your business;3:52 - How to know when something isn’t...2022-04-0406 min
Mel's MusicSweep Like Cinderella (Tribute to Bella by Static, Ben El, & 24kGoldn)Sweep Like Cinderella(Tribute to Bella by Static, Ben El, & 24kGoldn)*Original written by: Golden Landis Von Jones, Leeraz Rousseau, & Yarden Peleg**Dedicated to my Mom & Dad, for introducing me to the beautiful story of Cinderella, for nourishing my love for her character traits, and for tolerating me incessantly singing ‘Cinderelly, Cinderelly’ during my childhood!Lyrics:Sweep like Cinderella Cinder CinderellaLeave behind a glass slipperLike Cinder Cinderella Dance like Cinderella Cinder CinderellaHave a ball with Prince Charming together Forever ever ever2022-03-2202 minThe No Frills VA PodcastAVA Membership is Opening!In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares her favorite announcement to make and it only happens twice a year!In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:13 - Why you want to join the AVA webinar;1:41 - What makes the AVA different;2:35 - Why Melissa created the AVA separate from her personal brand:3:24 - Why the AVA is a place for outsiders;4:55 - What you can expect from the webinar;Register for the webinar NOW!2022-03-2105 min
Mel's MusicGive Art A Whirl ;) (Reimagined Tribute to I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry)Give Art A Whirl ;)(Reimagined Tribute to I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry)*Awesome covers by Rain Paris & Attack Attack!**Original written by: Catherine Dennis, Katy Perry, Łukasz Gottwald, & Martin Sandberg Lyrics:From the start, my knowledge, I wanted to expandFelt deep seated motivationsAlthough accounting paved the way as a rigorous undergradHumanities caputured my infatuationsArt gets me highWhen I catch the dark bluesThat’s why I’m singing this song Furiously scribble, ‘til my pencils fumeArt and mus...2022-03-1503 min
Mel's MusicMad Hatters & Rabbits: For Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland & Alice Through the Looking-Glass (Tribute to Bad Habits by Ed Sheeran)Mad Hatters & Rabbits: A Song For Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (aka Alice Through the Looking-Glass)(Tribute to Bad Habits by Ed Sheeran) *Awesome Cover by Rain Paris**Original written by: Ed Sheeran, Fred again.., & Johnny McDaid ***Dedicated to the wonderful worlds and clever wordplay of literary mastermind Lewis Carroll / Charles Lutwidge DodgsonLyrics:To Wonderland, here we go…Blue~ Falling freely, going downInto that rabbit holeEat me, drink me Where’s that...2022-03-0803 minThe No Frills VA PodcastPro IdiotIn this episode, AVA Founder & CEO, Melissa Smith shares her latest revelation in being a “Pro Idiot” and where that term came from.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:58 - What happened when she didn’t do the thing she needed to do;1:28 - What the term “Pro Idiot” means;2:28 - What Melissa did to make her a Pro Idiot;7:14 - When procrastination is bad;8:50 - Being productive with the right energy level;10:00 - Why you should take note of your energy levels when...2022-03-0711 min
Mel's MusicLove Ariel’s Grotto: a song for The Little Mermaid (Tribute to The Motto by Tiësto & Ava Max)Love Ariel’s Grotto: a song for The Little Mermaid (Tribute to The Motto by Tiësto & Ava Max) Original written by: Claudia Valentina, KOCI AMANDA AVA, Pablo Bowman, Peter Rycroft, Sarah Blanchard, & Tijs VerwestLyrics:Love Ariel’s grottoFork combing through her hairThrough life, she’s swimmingSo graceful Unda’ da’ sea, her Dad is the rulerFor a top, wearing purple seashells Fins are lovely, green as emerald Mermaid or human, either way Delightful Perceive this:Ariel’s clearly an underwater...2022-02-2102 minThe No Frills VA PodcastTired of Toxic Positivity?In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO Melissa Smith gets to the nitty gritty of toxic positivity. Melissa shares how it can show up in her life, online, and why being positively toxic doesn’t serve you or your business.In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:1:30 - Why the Gram is not her jam;2:48 - The flip side of positivity;5:55 - What we’re all about in the AVA; 6:54 - Being authentic enough to be in control;How do you stay authentic to yoursel...2022-02-2109 min
Mel's MusicFor You, I’ll Watch Bingo & Bluey Til The End: a song for Australia’s beloved Bluey (Reimagined Tribute to Blowin’ In The Wind by Bob Dylan)For You, I Will Watch Bingo and Bluey, ‘Til The End : a song for Australia’s beloved Bluey (Reimagined Tribute to Blowin’ In The Wind by Bob Dylan) *Awesome Tribute by Peter, Paul & Mary**Original written by Bob Dylan Lyrics:‘Trificult’ is trickyBut things are looking upYou may be kiddos But your intellects are grandIf your outside voice says ‘yes’ While your inside voice says ‘no’Say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ out loud Help everyone get what they wantBe a true friend I love i...2022-02-1502 minThe No Frills VA PodcastMelissa’s Word & Why For 2022In this episode, AVA Founder & CEO shares her word for 2022 along with her why and wants to hear yours too! Is the word you started 2022 with the same word or have you chosen a new one?In this week’s episode, Melissa shares:0:53 - Did your word change due to an epiphany or revelation?1:38 - How Melissa came up with her word around her birthday last year; 5:00 - Getting from where you are to where you want to be;6:47 - Unbecoming a caterpillar to become a butterfly;2022-02-0711 min
Mel's MusicCAUGHT RED HANDED : a song for Criminal Minds (Tribute to Dior by Ruger)CAUGHT RED HANDED - a song for Criminal Minds(Tribute to Dior by Ruger)*Original by: Michael Adebayo ** Thank you to the FBI (AKA the real heroes that this show represents), to Criminal Minds (for simultaneously being dark & beautiful), to Matthew Gray Gubler (for his captivating acting and directing), and to Ruger for his catchy hit tune Dior!Lyrics:So glad:Bad boys, prepare to get caughtBad girls, they’ll sniff you right outGood luck evading captureUndefeated in countless faceoffsBad boys, prepare to...2022-01-1404 min
Mel's MusicBoys R Such Joys! (Tribute to Boys Will Be Boys by Dua Lipa)Boys R Such Joys!(Tribute to Boys Will Be Boys by Dua Lipa)*Original by: Clarence Coffee Jr., Dua Lipa, Jason Evigan, Justin Tranter, Kennedi Lykken, & Sarah Hudson**This one is a shout out to all of the incredibly awesome men in my life; I love you all more than you will ever know❣️❣️❣️Lyrics: It’s human nature to be mistrustingOf those you don’t know right nowThe only picture on my keychainIs of Oliver, my hero with a villian’s background He centers me sweetly...2022-01-0803 min
Mel's MusicOliver’s 4 Now! (Tribute to Dragostea Din Tei by O-Zone)Oliver’s 4 Now! (Tribute to Dragostea Din Tei by O-Zone)Oliver,Happy 4th Birthday 🍰 🎂 🎉 🥳 💖💖💘💜💞💜💘💝💖💖❤️❤️❤️💖💝💝💖💖💚❤️💚💖💖💘💜💘💝💖💚❤️💖💖💝🎂💜💝💝💖💚❤️💖💝💘💜💝💖❤️💖💖💘💜❤️💚💖💝❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️Love,LisaLyrics: Oliver’s sweet Oliver’s coolOliver’s fun& Oliver’s 4 now! Oliver’s sweet Oliver’s coolOliver’s fun& Oliver’s 4 now! Oliver’s sweet Oliver’s coolOliver’s fun& Oliver’s 4 now! Oliver’s sweet Oliver’s coolOliver’s fun& Oliver’s 4 now! Yellow Plus blueMixed together Will green produceO rojoY amarillo Dibuja naranjaDibuja naranja Oliver! Oliver!Collect 4 rocksIn my pocketsYou fill them, complete You’re so unique2022-01-0103 min
Mel's Musicawestruck (Tribute to Lovestruck by Breathe Electric)awestruck(Tribute to Lovestruck by Breathe Electric)Lyrics: His holy touchHealed countless sufferers of leprosyBeyond spiritualJesus knew how to seeHe healed both men and women alikeFrom Nicodemus to the woman at the well’s heartPerforming miraclesYeah, He inspires me Created living waterReasoned with Pharisees Un, undeniable . And unconventional Wore a crown of thornsBut He’s my KingHe saves the lost stillEvery heart, He conquersDid it on a cros...2021-12-2503 min
Mel's Musicrace 4 fun with a GAMER! (Tribute to I’m In Love With a Monster by Fifth Harmony)race 4 fun with a GAMER! (Tribute to I’m In Love With a Monster by Fifth Harmony)*Original by: Carmen Reece, Edgar Etienne, Ericka J. Coulter, Harmony Samuels, & Sara Mancuso**Tribute dedicated to Adam, to Miles, and to every single gamer out there in this galaxy❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️💞❣️Lyrics: So:The oath that he’s sworn Is that he’ll compete ‘til he’s oldFirst person shooterAt cranes, I know that he’s boldHe’s dying to playMaster of miniature golfIn paintball, left shotIn bowling, his pins always fall I keep raci...2021-12-1103 min
Mel's MusicDance Like Derulo (Tribute to Acapulco by Jason Derulo)Dance Like Derulo - a song for musicians (Tribute to Acapulco by Jason Derulo)Original written by: Alex Oriet, David Phelan, Henry Tucker, Jason Desroleaux, John Morgan, Madison Love, & Will Lansley Lyrics:Thanks to Jason Derulo:Love that golden boy Bieber Even his Ghost paints superb picturesDreams lined 24kGoldn Could never forget Seether or StaindGet on YouTube Watch Jeris JohnsonRain Paris, & Adam Christopher Singing along with The WeekndEnrique, & Shakira Imagine Dragons & Jimmy BuffettSweetSwagger like...2021-11-0602 min
Mel's MusicHermione Shines With Brilliance (Tribute to The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling & Take My Breath by The Weeknd)Hermione Shines With Brilliance(Tribute to the Harry Potter Series by J. K. Rowling & to Take My Breath by The Weeknd)*Original written by: Abel Tesfaye, Ahmad Balshe, Max Martin, & Oscar Holter**What is / was your childhood fantasy? This was mine: -The Weeknd (one of my favorite superheroes in music right now) Mixed with-The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling (one of my favorite authors) ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️As a child, I (like so many girls back then) pretty consistently fantsized about going to school at Hogwarts & falling in love with the infamous Harry Potter, no j...2021-10-2903 min
Mel's MusicTraining With Lana (Tribute to Materialism as a Means to an End by $uicideboy$)Training With Lana(Tribute to Materialism as a Means to an End by $uicideboy$)Original written by: Aristos Petrou & Scott Arceneaux Jr.Dedicated to Lana, the best personal trainer that I know; she is a beautiful person inside and out!!!Lyrics:Healthy HealthyHealthy, HealthyHealthyRun a 5K at Haikey Creek, joyPractice laps around the track until leg muscles so tiredThey feel destroyed Gain some speedTrack team joinedRunning laps around the court Like ducking tabloids With...2021-10-2602 min
Mel's MusicDiDuKnoWHeDieD4u? (Christian Tribute to DiE4u by Bring Me The Horizon)DiDuKnoWHeDieD4u? (Christian Tribute to DiE4u by Bring Me The Horizon)-Awesome Cover by Rain ParisOriginal written by: BloodPop(R), Jordan Fish, Oliver Sykes, Madison Love, & Rami YacoubLyrics:Please know that He died forWas torturedWent through hell and back save youHe even cried blood forOur sins, hard core We were worth it to Him, it’s trueEvery day, it’s us He prays forJesus came to Earth soHis sheep set free by truth Please know...2021-10-2002 min
Mel's MusicLOVE LIKE LADYBUG & CAT NOIR (Tribute to THATS WHAT I WANT by Lil Nas X)LOVE LIKE LADYBUG & CAT NOIR💝😍❤️💜💚💞💘❣️(Tribute to THATS WHAT I WANT by Lil Nas X) Awesome Covers by Rain Paris ❤️ & Adam Christopher ❤️Original written by: Blake Slatkin, Keegan Bach, Montero Lamar Hill, Omer Fedi, & Ryan TedderNeed some Halloween costume ideas? Here you go ;) P.S. For this one, all of the credit & love 💝😍❤️💜💚💞💘 go to Lil Nas X, to Rain Paris, & to Adam Christopher; all three create individually fantastic performances of this year’s sizzling new sensation known as THATS WHAT I WANT, by Lil Nas X❣️Lyrics:So many, need an encore!Adore th...2021-10-2002 min
Mel's MusicLinwood Barclay’s Rad Fiction (Tribute to Bad Girlfriend by Theory of a Deadman)Linwood Barclay’s Rad Fiction (Tribute to Bad Girlfriend by Theory of a Deadman)Original written by: Christine Danielle Connolly, Dave Brenner, Dean Back, & Tyler ConnollyLyrics:Linwood Barclay’s my fiction favorite Linwood Barclay, no one can replace himFast pace, electric shockReading his works; always nonstop No Time For GoodbyeIt gives me chills Fear The WorstBad Luck, Bad MovesIt’ll give you thrillsClever guyWrite it downTake Your Breath AwayHis words resoundA dict...2021-10-1302 min
Mel's MusicSquid Game ^ ⭕️ [ ] (Tribute to JACKSON by Tiiwtiiw, featuring Mister You)Squid Game ^ ⭕️ [ ](Tribute to Jackson by TiiwTiiw, Featuring Mister You) *Warning - Spoiler Alert! **Dedicated to Squid Game (my favorite new TV mindtwister) and to TiiwTiiw (one of my favorite musicians)!!!Lyrics:Triangle ^ Square [ ] & Circle ⭕️ go with that:The Squid Game has crazy rulesChances of survival are minisculeBut billions at stake; called WonThey’ll compete until the deathFor what?They’ll risk, risk it allHoping to win everything They’ve got a calling, calling cardSo m...2021-10-1302 min
Mel's MusicSpin You Through Outer Space (Tribute to STAY by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber)Spin You Through Outer Space(Tribute to STAY by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) *Awesome original written by: Blake Slatkin, Charlie Puth, Charlton Howard, Issac DeBoni, Justin Bieber, Magnus Høiberg, Michael Mule, Omer Fedi, & Subhaan Rahmaan**Dearest Miles, Oliver, awesome kiddos everywhere, and anyone else who happens upon this tune:Hop aboard the nearest merry-go-round, and use your imagination to spin around the galaxy and reach for the stars 🌟 ⭐️ 💫!!!Love, Lisa Lyrics:Set a course, and we’ll playNeptune to Venus, I’ll keep flying you2021-09-2102 min
Mel's MusicIf He’s PAC-MAN, Baby, I’ll Chase Him Like A Ghost (Tribute to Going Ghost by Jeris Johnson)If He’s PAC-MAN, Baby, I’ll Chase Him Like A Ghost (Tribute to Going Ghost by Jeris Johnson)*Fantastic original written by Alex Sacco, Dan Henig, & rock legend Jeris Johnson :) ** Dear Amadeus / Love Computer, Happy 16.5 Year Anniversary!!! Thank you for the mega week of celebrating with me❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️XOXO,Your Trix ;) Lyrics:His pearls on stringsPlus his last nameIsn’t anyone out there who can take it from meHe steals my fearsIgnites my wiresHappy where I’m at He makes me feel aliveHoped an...2021-09-1902 min
Mel's MusicSweet Joy (Tribute to Sick Boy by The Chainsmokers)Sweet Joy (Tribute to Sick Boy by The Chainsmokers)- Mega Cover by Adam Christopher Original written by: Alex Pall, Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren, & Tony AnnLyrics:I live down in the south, Right in ‘Oceania’Here in a state we keep calling Oklahoma And in each song I write, I pour out love Break or bustBreak or…Whether you live in Eurasia or EastasiaI love you, regardless of the constant press becauseYou’re an important part of this worldLet...2021-09-0202 min
Mel's MusicLet’s Play Halo! Reimagined Version of INFERNO by Bella Poarch & Sub Urban)Let’s Play Halo!(Reimagined Version of INFERNO by Bella Poarch & Sub Urban) - Rock Cover by Rain Paris*Original written by: Bella Poarch, Bendik Møller, Elie Jay Rizk, Geoffrey Hufford, Sub Urban, & salem ilese **Master Chief cover art created by my favorite bloody brilliant artist, Derek Johnston***This reimagined version is dedicated to Halo & to all of the other awesome video games out there!!! Lyrics:Let’s play HaloSweetie, I’ll be the Princess Peach in your Mario KartHoney, don’t explode!2021-09-0102 min
Mel's MusicAladdin of Agrabah (Reimagined Tribute to All Around The World (La La La) by R3HAB & A Touch of Class)Aladdin of Agrabah (Reimagined Tribute to All Around The World (La La La) by R3HAB & A Touch of Class)*Original written by: Alex Christensen, Alexei Potekin, Peter Könemann, & Sergei Zhukov**Tribute theme based on Disney’s version of the adventurous tales of Aladdin 🧞♂️ Lyrics:Magic carpet rides must be funJasmine, his Princess, is sweetForgot my own name at Disney WorldDelightful, clever, and cunningAbu, his monkey, fez adorned You might think this absurd:But he’s befriended a blue GenieAnd, Jafa...2021-09-0102 min
Mel's MusicHappy Birthday, Chris & Benito! :) (Reimagined Tribute to Alejandro by Lady Gaga)Happy Birthday, Chris & Benito! :) (Reimagined Tribute to Alejandro by Lady Gaga)*Original written by Lady Gaga & RedOneHappy Double Birthday to my favorite podcast creators, Chris Sims and Benito Cereno 🎉🎁🎈🎊🎂 !!!!! Here is a portable birthday present 🎁 for you both; take it wherever you like :) Also, thank you to Lady Gaga for the fantastic original that inspired this tribute❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️Lyrics:Though none of us are young,They bring out the inner child within meI’m so thankful to Spotify and Apple for their encoresChris and Benito They’ve both got talent 2021-08-2104 min
Mel's MusicFictional Power Duo’s & Trio’s (Tribute to Boots on a Dance Floor by Jon Wolfe)Fictional Power Duos & Trios (Tribute of Boots on a Dance Floor by Jon Wolfe)Original written by: Deric Ruttan & Jonathan SingletonLyrics:They’re all written, painted up, Creatively bond, and fictional They’ve got relationships, the kind that lastLove like Dax and WorfFrom Cinderella & CharmingWith their magical ballroom dancing From a Fairy Godmother matchmaker of courseIf Star Trek’s on your mind, Kes & Neelix flying through the skyOr Princess Leia and Han Solo in Star WarsH...2021-08-1802 min
Mel's MusicBe Wise & Smile - a song for the novel Brave New World (Tribute to All Falls Down by Alan Walker, Noah Cyrus, & Digital Farm Animals)Be Wise & Smile (a song for the book ‘Brave New World’ by Aldous Huxley)-Tribute to All Falls Down by Alan Walker, Noah Cyrus, & Digital Farm Animals- Cover by Adam Christopher *Original written by Alan Olav Walker, Anders Frøen, Daniel Boyle, Nicholas Gale, Pablo Bowman, Richard Boardman, Sarah Blanchard, & Gunnar Greve**Photo of Amadeus Smooth Lyrics: What makes us tick? Alpha and Beta males aren’t newBut calling people Epsilon’s hasn’t fallen into useBernard would do or saying anything crassFor a moment wi...2021-08-0703 min
Mel's MusicGod’s Holy Son (Tribute to love race by Machine Gun Kelly, featuring Kellin Quinn)God’s Holy Son - Tribute to love race (featuring Kellin Quinn) by Machine Gun KellyOriginal written by: Colson Baker, Travis Barker, Jared Gutstadt, Jeff Peters, Geoff Warburton, Kellin Quinn Bostwick, & Matt Thiessen****May I please ask this favor of anyone listening to this song? ***Please pray for my church: Battlecreek Church recently experienced severe flooding due to some unforgiving storms, a faulty roof, and an insurance company who stopped answering phone calls as soon as the bad weather hit…Amazingly, the church relocated in just a week into Union High School’s Perfor...2021-08-0203 min
Mel's Musicbow in her headband / black against blonde hair (Tribute to I Can’t See Myself by Justin Bieber, featuring Jaden)bow in her headband / black against blonde hair(Tribute to I Can’t See Myself by Justin Bieber, featuring Jaden) *Original written by Andrew Wotman, Ali Tamposi, Jonathan Bellion, & Louis Bell**photo of Miles with his Bunny -This song is dedicated to Lewis Carroll’s cleverly crafted, never punctual, anxiety-stricken, royal errand-runner, the notorious White Rabbit of Wonderland!!! Lyrics:Free myself from herFree myself from herI keep running from that blonde girlBut she don’t scareNo no noOh a a, a a...2021-07-2603 min
Mel's MusicRed or Blue Pill? Life In The Matrix… (Reimagined Tribute to Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana)Red Or Blue Pill? Life In The Matrix…(Reimagined Tribute to Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana)Original written by: Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, & Kurt Cobain*Beautiful original by Nirvana, phenomenal parody by Weird Al, and awesome covers by Jeris Johnson, Adam Christopher, & Malia J!!!! **I know that Agent Smith is the one who chases Neo around in The Matrix, but for the sake of this song, I much preferred the idea of Neo being chased around by the memory of his former blue pill existence as ‘Mr. Anderson’ every time Agent Smith condes...2021-07-2003 min
Mel's MusicRunning For Miles - A Song To Run To (Reimagined Version of Glitter & Gold by Barns Courtney)Running For Miles - A Song To Run To (Reimagined Version of Glitter & Gold by Barns Courtney)Original written by: Barnaby Courtney & Sam Bartle*All of the credit for this one goes directly to Miles C. Porter; at 6 years old, he came up with the brilliant idea of transforming Glitter & Gold into a running song! Miles is easily one of the best runners I have ever met, and I hope that he continues to chase after his goals and dreams until he finally catches up to them!!! Lyrics:We will jog, and...2021-07-1502 min
Mel's MusicDirector’s Cut 🎬 (Tribute to You Right by Doja Cat & The Weeknd: Cover by Adam Christopher)Director’s Cut 🎬 (Tribute to You Right by Doja Cat & The Weeknd) / (Cover by Adam Christopher) Original written by: Abel Tesfaye, Amala Ratna Dlamini, & Lukasz Gottwald*If you are mentioned in this song, please know that I deeply respect your artistic creations as a director, an actor, a comedian, etc. :D**Special thanks to Dr. Ann Malloy, for her awesome Art Of Film course at Tulsa Community College!Lyrics:Tell me where to standAnd I won’t move Tell me where to standAnd I won’t move 2021-07-1303 min
Mel's MusicSO PROUD OF YOU :D (Tribute to good 4 you by Olivia Rodrigo)PROUD OF YOU :D (Tribute to good 4 you by Olivia Rodrigo)**The beautiful original to ‘good 4 you’ (performed by Olivia Rodrigo) was written by both Daniel Nigro and Olivia Rodrigo. ** Madly in love with the original song? Then watch Rain Paris as she brilliantly morphs ‘good 4 you’ into a fantastic rock cover on YouTube!***Finally, I’m sending out tons and loads of massive thank you’s through the airwaves to Miles, to Oliver, and to their entire family for:-inspiring this tribute, -encouraging my music, &-consistently saving my life and easily becoming my favorite...2021-07-0502 min
Mel's MusicChris Chan Love (Parody of That Ain’t Love by REO Speedwagon)Chris Chan Love (Parody of That Ain’t Love by REO Speedwagon)Dear Chris Chan & GenoSamuel2.1,This one is for you ;)[ (semicolon, closed parenthesis), coughs GenoMmphh… sighs Chris to Geno’s remark]P.S. Mom, thank you for transfusing the original REO Speedwagon song into me as a child; it has easily become one of my favorite songs of all time! Love,Melzy of Wonderland / (AKA Melissa Smith)Lyrics:Your Sonichu and Rosechu are endearing Christian or Christine, either way,You’re still co...2021-07-0103 min
Mel's MusicMountains (Parody of Diamonds by Sam Smith)Mountains (Parody of Diamonds by Sam Smith)Original written by: Oscar Görres, Sam Smith, & ShellbackLyrics:Mountains, mountains, mountains, mountainsMountains, mountains, mountains, mountainsMountains, mountains, mountains, mountains Mountains, mountains, mountains, mountains He’s my God:The creator of it allEvery crucial piece of artEvery blade of grass and grain of sandMade through HimTo the universe, He gave birthEvery disease, He miraculously curesHe came from above, to earth, to die for usHmm...2021-01-2303 min