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Mess Maker

I made a huge mess in the kitchen today. Tripp made up a little song for me.  It’s to the tune of the song Matchmaker from Fiddler on the Roof.  It goes like this: Messmaker, Messmaker, make me a mess I can’t help it.  Sometimes I just need to get my hands dirty.  Especially when I feel stressed ... read more

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The Azaleas of Woodward Park

We probably drive by Woodward Park five times a day and had been admiring the spectacular azaleas from the car.  Sunday evening, miraculously, the wind finally died down and it was gorgeous outside.   But I’m not going to lie…I was feeling a little blue.  Early in the day we had attended the final ... read more

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Bathroom Renovation Chapter 6–A Losing Battle

Sheetrock is a beautiful thing. Once the sheetrock goes it, everything starts taking shape.  It starts looking more like a bathroom rather than a fun-house maze of 2 x 4’s. So here is the shower and toilet area. And here is the vanity area. I just love how light and bright this room is now. I ... read more

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Transformation

Like a lot of kids, Kelsey got braces while in middle school. Here’s her before- And after- Kelsey’s orthodontic experience was pretty typical – two and a half years of monthly exams, wire changes, and rubber bands.  Finally the happy day comes and the braces are off! But that wasn’t the ... read more

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Atonement

Kelsey has been involved in music and theater since Kindergarten.  And of course, as you might imagine, I’ve documented all of it in my scrapbooks.   Here’s the page from her 1st grade musical.  I would like to point out that this would have been in my serious Creative Memories days (notice all the ... read more

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Playing Dress-Up

Like most little girls, Kelsey loved playing dress-up.  It started at a young age.   This is one my all-time favorite pictures.  It was taken at Bryan and Carrie’s house in Dallas.  Carrie and I had shopped all day at the flea market and brought home the jewelry and hats for ... 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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