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My New Year’s Resolution

This is my New Year’s resolution. I plan to use my Swiffer more.  And it’s not because my floor is dirty.  Well…no…it IS because my floor is dirty, but there’s a bigger reason.  I am going to Swiffer my floor more because it’s less effective than the vacuum.  Wait.  Huh?? So here’s my ... read more

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2010 Year in Review Mini-Album

I can’t believe another year has come and gone.  I thought it was just me thinking the year flew by, but thankfully many of my friends have expressed this same sentiment. One of the things I’m hoping to work on in the coming year is to let go of my need to give 110% to every single thing I do all ... read more

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Christmas Memories 2010

I’ve started taking down some of the Christmas decorations around the house.  I don’t know if it’s my imagination, but I swear my collection of wreaths, candles, and assorted holly and pinecone doodads grows just a little bigger every year.  Before I pack everything away and see all the dustbunnies ... read more

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Providence

This is where it all started. I honestly can’t believe it’s been 18 years since that first Christmas together.  I could never have imagined the journey my life has been – the joy, the heartbreak, the trials, and the victories.   I know my life isn’t over, but it does feel like I’m nearing the end ... read more

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Well, Hello Dollies

Tradition is very important to me and especially so at Christmas.  Case in point - Hello Dollies.  As long as I can remember, my mom has always made them at Christmas.  Now I make Hello Dollies at Christmas.  The funny thing is that I hated them when I was kid…now it just doesn’t feel like Christmas ... read more

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Christmas Traditions – New and Old

Every year, my daughter and I make Christmas sugar cookies.  It’s one of our favorite traditions. This year, during one of our numerous trips to Target, my daughter found a gingerbread house kit on the holiday aisle.  We’ve always wanted to make one, so we thought this cute looking kit would be just ... 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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