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Ten Things – I Ate This Thanksgiving

Forget all that sappy 'thankful for family' stuff...today, I am thankful for sweatpants. I don't know why we don't make turkey more often.  Maybe if we did then I wouldn't feel the need to make such a pig of myself.  But, I shouldn't blame it on the healthy roasted turkey - it's all the wonderful, ... read more

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Thankful

I am thankful for many, many things - good job, safe home, plentiful food, wonderful friends - honestly, I could go on and on. This particular year I am thankful for all of my family. Thank you, God, for giving me a place to belong and a sense of purpose. Happy Thanksgiving. Love, Kelly ... read more

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When We Were Little

When we were little, you pestered me endlessly. When we were little, you never did your chores.  When we were little, you were the fearless one. When we were little, I secretly loved you. It's not a secret anymore.  And I can't imagine my life without you.  Happy Birthday, little brother.  Fly ... read more

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Pumpkin and Low Light

My kid will no longer tolerate endless picture taking, Daisy runs and hides with her tail between her legs if she even sees the camera, Riley is over it…so it seems that Pumpkin is the only one in my family that will allow me to practice my photography skills. She looks thrilled doesn’t she??  It ... read more

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Harmony

There is a harmony in autumn, and a luster in its sky, which through the summer is not heard or seen, as if it could not be, as if it had not been!  ~Percy Bysshe Shelley The trees in my neighborhood are incredibly beautiful this year.  Honestly, what else could I possibly say?   Peace, Kelly ... read more

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‘Neath a western sky

Clear blue skies + brisk fall day =  Perfect day for OU football. Tripp and I drove to Norman for the last home OU game of the season.  Just Tripp and me – first time in a long time.  It was really great. So here’s the thing…if you are expecting a detailed analysis of the Sooners vs. Texas Tech ... 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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