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I’ll be there for you

My daughter has discovered FRIENDS. One of her friends at school has the entire series on DVD and is loaning her the DVD’s one season at a time. I’ve watched a few episodes with her and had forgotten had truly funny it was. One of the episodes I watched with her was from season one. Phoebe had ... read more

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Ten Things – I Love About my Husband

Today is Tripp’s birthday. His idea of a perfect birthday is going to the lake, eating at the princess, and watching the OU game.  (Of course if OU had actually won it would have been icing on the cake).  My husband is so easy to please – it’s just one of the many things I love about him. So today ... read more

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Out My Back Door

What a gorgeous weekend at the lake!  The vibrant colors and crisp air made for a lovely, relaxing weekend. Because our cabin is high on a bluff, we have a great view of the lake. Tripp and I took a little walk to soak up some of that wonderful, fresh air.   The fall foliage is at it’s peak in ... read more

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Flexibility in a Bowl

I've had to work late a lot lately.  And not that I was all that good at it when I worked full-time, but I certainly have gotten out of the habit of planning ahead for dinner. Which was the case one night last week. Good thing I'm so flexible. Yeah right. My mom is probably rolling her eyes ... read more

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An Exciting Evening

I have an exciting evening planned. I am going to watch last night's Brothers & Sisters on my DVR then I'm going to check in with the Real Housewives of Atlanta and see what those crazy girls are up to.  And paint my nails. Now if my cuticles weren't so nasty and my nails were more even in ... read more

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Happiness is…

...a flat of pansies and a beautiful day. Honestly, is there any happier flower than a pansy? I love how the flowers look like faces. Just look at that face!  It makes me smile.  And want to dig in the dirt.  The cobwebs in the basement can wait one more day.   Peace, Kelly ... 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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