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Scott Kelby and why I will never stop taking pictures of my cat

Scott Kelby and why I will never stop taking pictures of my cat

I realize that your first question might be, “Who the hell is Scott Kelby and why does he care about

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Lines, Flares, and Learning to Love Black & White

Lines, Flares, and Learning to Love Black & White

It’s the best class I almost didn’t take. I’ll be honest, I’ve never been a huge fan of black and

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Project 52 {Week 11}–The Eyes of March

Project 52 {Week 11}–The Eyes of March

Disclaimer: I know this challenge is supposed to be about eyes, but my hubby has been out of town all

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Project 52 {Week 6}–Drink it Up

Project 52 {Week 6}–Drink it Up

This week’s challenge has all the making’s for a county music song. Gold coffee cup I fill you up let’s

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Project 52 {Week 2}–Made with Love

Project 52 {Week 2}–Made with Love

The very first recipe I posted on my blog was for my famous Chocolate Chip Cookies.  I had purchased my

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Project 52 {Week 1}-Resolution

Project 52 {Week 1}-Resolution

My New Year’s Resolution is to try new things and be open to new possibilities. Peace, Kelly

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Story Teller for Ali Edwards Design Team

Currently Teaching at Big Picture Classes.

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This simple process of focusing on things that are This simple process of focusing on things that are normally taken for granted is a powerful source of creativity. ~Edward de Bono
More spring bulb goodness from @traderjoes. Betwee More spring bulb goodness from @traderjoes. Between the color and the lovely scent, these hyacinths are sure brightening up my kitchen window. 💜

Also, it feels like it’s been a hot minute since I had my macro lens out taking photos of flowers. I’m always surprised at how easy it is to get OUT of the habit of something. Especially when getting INTO the habit is so much more challenging. 🙄😂
Because of the “Big Arctic Blast” my daffodils Because of the “Big Arctic Blast” my daffodils are a solid two weeks behind where they were last year. Thanks to @traderjoes I get to enjoy these sunny colored blooms a little earlier. 🌞🌼💛☺️
nor·​mal | \ ˈnȯr-məl :conforming to a type nor·​mal | \ ˈnȯr-məl :conforming to a type, standard, or regular pattern : characterized by that which is considered usual, typical, or routine.

I’ve been thinking a lot about this time last year. Before the words Corona Virus or COVID19 were a regular part of my vocabulary. Before toilet paper became a hot commodity. Before it became a habit to check my purse to make sure I have my mask. Before it was second nature to take take three steps back from the person standing next to me.

These are not the “new normal” anymore. Their just plain-old normal. And that hurts my heart in a million little ways. Even still, there are a few changes in the past year that I am really happy about. Things like the feeling of gratitude every time I see my family. The personal growth I have experienced from learning how to feel my feelings a little better. Doubling-down on finding little joys and moments of magic in my everyday life.

I am looking forward to the day when life gets back to “normal”. My hope is that I can do so without losing the big lessons this past year has taught me.
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