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C is for Cucumber

Today’s blog post is brought to you by the letter “C”.  I got kind of a late start with my cucumbers.  So while my tomatoes are going gangbusters, my cucumbers are just getting started.  My favorite thing about cucumbers? (Well besides their cool, crunchy wonderfulness.) ... read more

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52 Weeks of Pinspiration {Week 28}–Mac & Cheese

Welcome to week 28 of my Pinspiration series! It usually happens about this time of year.  I am sick of cooking.  Sick of grilling.  I don’t want another piece of BBQ chicken or ribs.  I don’t think I could choke down one more ear of grilled corn.  Nothing sounds good. So ... read more

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God is a Great Artist

I recently discovered Kim Klassen textures and I am having so much fun playing and experimenting. As if taking pictures wasn’t fun enough!    Thanks for letting me share! Peace, Kelly ... read more

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RGB, ICC, and WTF

Before I even get started with this blog post, I would just like to state for the record that I am not a professional photographer.  Nor am I a Photoshop expert.  Or color management guru.  What I am is a mom with a blog and camera who likes to put photos out here on the ... read more

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My Little Ewok

This is what a Miniature Schnauzer looks like when she’s about a month overdue for a haircut. I find her completely adorable when she’s all fuzzy and grown out like this.  And here she is fresh from Dazzle Dog.  Complete with pink bow. Look who’s finally getting used to the camera! Oh ... read more

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Confessions of a Crazy Tomato Lady

Crazy – doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results. I have a confession to make. I don’t like tomatoes. The crazy part of this whole business is that I continue to plant tomatoes Every. Blessed. Year. hoping that someday I will miraculously start to love this most beloved of ... read more

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Hi There! I’m Kelly. I am a wife, mom, light seeker, homemaker, and storyteller. From an empty nest to an abundant life, all it took was a little time, a lot of faith, and the courage to see my life differently.

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