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Flexibility in a Bowl

I've had to work late a lot lately.  And not that I was all that good at it when I worked full-time, but I certainly have gotten out of the habit of planning ahead for dinner. Which was the case one night last week. Good thing I'm so flexible. Yeah right. My mom is probably rolling her eyes ... read more

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An Exciting Evening

I have an exciting evening planned. I am going to watch last night's Brothers & Sisters on my DVR then I'm going to check in with the Real Housewives of Atlanta and see what those crazy girls are up to.  And paint my nails. Now if my cuticles weren't so nasty and my nails were more even in ... read more

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Happiness is…

...a flat of pansies and a beautiful day. Honestly, is there any happier flower than a pansy? I love how the flowers look like faces. Just look at that face!  It makes me smile.  And want to dig in the dirt.  The cobwebs in the basement can wait one more day.   Peace, Kelly ... read more

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Milestones

Recently, while tearing my house apart looking for one particular baby picture of my daughter, I happen to run across her baby book in a box of keepsakes. This box also contained the RSVP cards from my wedding; the balloon, candle, and napkins from my baby’s first birthday; and at least 100 old ... read more

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Peaceful, Easy Feeling

Being at the lake in the Fall has a completely different vibe than in the Summer. The frenzy of boats and waverunners are no longer zigzagging across the water, and with the exception of an occasional fishing boat, the water is now calm and serene.  The once vibrant green trees have begun their ... read more

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Dog Cheese

This is dog cheese. It’s 2% of course. Every morning before I leave for work I give Riley and Daisy each a piece of cheese.  They really love their morning cheese.  I mean REALLY love it. Riley has assumed the position. Oh yeah.  It's the good stuff. Come to papa. This is what I live ... 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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Instagram post 2196605108232542275_6856396 Evening walks are one of my favorite things this time of year. Even when it’s cold, it feels so good to be outside. I love how the fresh air fills my lungs and clears my head. Plus, the light is so beautiful this time of year. ✨

#asseenonmywalk #goldenhour #followthelight #goandcapturethelight #galleryoflightfeature #lightinspired  #tv_flowers #ethereal_moods #still_life_nature #dofnature #dof_brilliance #bokeh_bliss #bokeh_and_blur  #transfer_visions #tv_depthoffield #tv_allnature #tv_closeup #jj_justnature #moody_tones #moodforfloral #moodyflorals #inspirenaturenow #charming_nature_  #ihavethisthingwithflowers #nb_nature_brilliance
Instagram post 2195877547500267903_6856396 So happy for some time to work on my December Daily album over the weekend! Today I’m sharing days 3-7 (swipe left to see more). This is my first time to work in a 3x8 album size and to be honest, I’m finding it to be a challenge. Mostly it’s in terms of photography for full sized photos because this extreme vertical composition isn’t a natural orientation for me. So I’m finding ways to make it work like on day 7 where I cropped my photo to fit across two pages.

Also, gold embossing forever and ever. 🌟
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Instagram post 2195146262796538481_6856396 Happy Monday friends! Anyone else a little freaked out about the fact that Christmas is a little over two weeks away??🙈😂
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Instagram post 2193693334181097897_6856396 I am a total sucker for all things acorns and pinecones at the holidays, so when I saw these adorable acorn ornaments in the shop in Weston I could not pass them up!

As I was hanging these cuties on my tree, I was reminded of the weekend adventure that Tripp and I took a couple of months ago. Driving down the winding country roads. Walking along the street of this tiny little town in Missouri during their fall festival. The smell of apple butter being cooked over the fire.

As a sentimental soul, I think that is one of the things I love the most about the holidays. How little things like an acorn Christmas ornament can connect me to fond memories of my loved ones and the special times we have shared together.

As always, thank you for letting me share my memories with you.

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