My name is Mikayla, and I am 14 years old. I have one adorable little dog, Bodie, who I've had since I was 3; a wonderful mama who has taught me everything I know (literally); a great daddy who is funny and easygoing; and two older sisters. I love cooking and baking, and learned how to cook from my kitchen mentors-- my mom, grandma, and aunt-- who come from the restaurant business. I have also been playing piano for 7 years. I love almost everything about the 1950's, and adore reading and writing as well as drawing. My favorite pastime is eating good food. Anything with sugar and/or a high carbohydrate count! (haha) I also like making breakfast, salads, and vegetables. Most of my cooking is dairy-free, because I'm allergic to milk products and borderline diabetic (by genetics). Holiday meals or anything that involves second helpings-- usually Thanksgiving meals... But my favorite cooking tradition would have to be the cranberry sauce my mom makes (among other things)... SO GOOD! I made up a cake recipe at the age of 6, and though I hated it (it wasn't sweet enough), my family actually liked it! Also, I feel I've triumphed any time I make something and it turns out JUST LIKE IT WAS SUPPOSED TO. I usually use the "HIGH" setting on the stove due lack of patience, or use the "Broil" setting on the oven, so that's usually my cooking downfall.