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Bathroom Renovation Chapter 9–And We’re Done

I have been looking forward to writing this post since that fateful day in February when I came home to water running from our upstairs master bathroom.  Our bathroom is finally finished! Can I get a Hallelujah! ***insert choir of angels here*** I love, love, love my new bathroom.  It’s bright ... read more

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Fun with Daisy and Riley

See Daisy. See Daisy run. See Daisy fetch. Fetch, Daisy, fetch! See Riley. See Riley bark. See Riley swim. See Riley shake. Shake, Riley, shake! See Daisy swim. Swim, Daisy, Swim! See Daisy pee. The End. Peace, Kelly ... read more

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What I did yesterday.

What I did yesterday. Ran 165 miles in 40 yard increments at exercise bootcamp. Rested my tired butt and legs in a lounge chair by the pool. Took 247 pictures of sparrows at the bird feeder. Floated in the pool and drank mojitoes with my friend N. Witnessed a downy woodpecker at my birdfeeder ... read more

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Graduation Day

Today is the day to celebrate! Today my baby graduates from high school.  I can’t believe how fast her senior year has flown by.  It’s been an amazing year and I have watched my daughter literally bloom before my eyes. Today is the day to celebrate all of Kelsey’s tremendous accomplishments.  ... read more

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Chocolate Chip Frozen Yogurt

Except for chocolate, no other dessert or treat is more universally adored in my household than ice cream.  Ice cream is our ultimate comfort food. The only problem is that ice cream is not the healthiest treat option one can turn to in order to satisfy the craving for something creamy and sweet.  ... read more

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Bookends

First day of school – August 20, 1998.  Then: Cute as a bug Big happy smile Excited for her big adventure Last day of school – May 25, 2011.  Now: Cute as a bug Big happy smile Excited for her big adventure In  an ever changing world, it’s so nice that some things never change. Peace, ... 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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