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In It to Win It

Last week when I was going through the plastic tubs of lake stuff in the basement I stumbled across this picture of me and my niece, Mady, from the Tulsa State Fair a few years ago. No I am not pregnant in this photo although I understand why you might think that by the way I’m holding my hand over ... read more

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Apple Muffin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

A few years ago, I participated with my sweet niece Madysen in the C&H We Love Dessert Contest at the Tulsa State Fair.  It was our second attempt in the contest, and I am very proud to say that she and I won the First place ribbon with our recipe, Mady’s Special Apple & Walnut Cake with ... read more

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Friends I’d Pick All Over Again

This past weekend I attended my 25th high school reunion.  In the week leading up to it, my thoughts alternated between: I am now at the age when I thought my parents were old I wish I weighed about 10 pounds less Hopefully no one will notice the big zit on my cheek Friday night I met up with ... read more

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For the Love of Pansies

There is nothing like getting my hands dirty to help get my head together.  After spending an entire day stuck inside sorting through boxes and piles, it was so good to be outside digging in the dirt.  And considering the fact that pansies are my very favorite flower, it was time very well ... read more

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Operation Rescue Me

I blame my mom.  I inherited her weird need for my home to be free of chaos.  I’m not talking about my house being ‘clean’ necessarily or even having all the messes and effluvia of normal everyday living being picked up and put away.  I’ve become accustomed to a general state of mild messiness.  In ... read more

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Drowning in Stuff

My three favorite letters in the English language are P.T.O.  Yes friends I’m talking about Paid Time Off.  Thank you, Jesus.  Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in stuff?  I feel like I’ve been treading water for the past several months.  I still have boxes of stuff ... 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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