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Ten Things – My Grown Up Birthday Wish

Yep.  Today is my birthday. If I was of a mind to put birthday candles on a cake for myself there would 43 of them this year. And if I was of a mind to put 43 birthday candles on a cake for myself and blow them out, this is what I would wish for: I wish that I could drive through the city ... read more

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My Parents’ House is for the Birds

Going to my parents’ place at the lake is like visiting an aviary sanctuary.  And before we even saw one bird, we were greeting by a symphony of bird songs. Of course there are the usual suspects like sweet, little House Sparrows (Passer domesticus)… …and the familiar American Robin (Turdus ... read more

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Mother’s Day, Full Circle

We went to visit my mom for Mother’s Day and I had Tripp take a picture of Mom, Kelsey, and me. When I look at this picture I have an overwhelming feeling of gratitude. I am so grateful to have a mother who I know loves me and supports me in everything I do.  And I am grateful to have such a ... read more

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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing

I decided to make homemade cinnamon rolls today for two reasons.  First, we went out to dinner last Friday to a fancy pants new restaurant in south Tulsa and they had a cinnamon roll on the dessert menu.  I thought it was interesting how they had taken a breakfast classic and made it a dessert ... read more

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My Daughter’s Birthday

I went to bed on the evening of May 3rd with a terrible backache. It was my own fault, really.  I should have known better than to walk that hard being nine months pregnant.  But I was already two days past my due date and was ready to have this baby yesterday.  So I made Tripp walk with me around ... read more

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Have you heard the rumor about GLEE this week?

GLEE is devoting a whole show to Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours Album!! Rumor – Rumours.  Get it?  Sometimes I am so clever I amaze even myself. Anyway, when Kelsey told me about it last week, I about flipped out.  GLEE is one of my favorite shows and  Rumours is one of my all time favorite albums.  ... 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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