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‘Twas the Week Before Christmas

As I sat down to write this blog post, I immediately noticed three things: I need to water my poinsettias There is a giant cobweb in the fireplace The cat has yacked up a giant hairball on the Christmas tree skirt Ah…all is right with the world. My festive mood and happy heart are very likely due ... read more

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My Not-so-empty Nest

I am a walking Hallmark commercial today – my delightful daughter is coming home for Christmas break and I’m so excited I can hardly stand it.  I am so proud of Kelsey and how she successfully completed kicked-ass! in the first semester of her freshman year in college.  And in related ... read more

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Recipe for Merriment

I have a question for you – when is the last time you laughed so hard your face still hurt the next morning? If it’s been a while, maybe you should have your girlfriends over to play Bunco.  That’s what I did last night.  And for just a couple of hours, we suspended the madness that ... read more

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A Tale of Two Christmas Trees

I have a confession to make - I have BPCTD Or, as it’s more commonly know, Bi-Polar Christmas Tree Disorder To better show you how my affliction presents itself, I submit the following exhibits: Exhibit A – The “Pretty” Tree The “pretty” tree speaks to my love of all things shiny and ... read more

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i {heart} faces – furry friends challenge

my FURRY friend Pumpkin.  quite possibly the loviest, cuddliest, shedding-est cat ever. :) peace, kelly ... read more

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Christmas Cake Balls

I’ve made cake balls several times now since my first batch of football shaped cake balls.  I think it must have been beginners’ luck because since then, I haven’t been all that happy with how they’ve turned out.  Most recently I made cake balls in the shape of little pumpkins for a bake ... 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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