Author Archives: Kristin

Rose Colored Reenie

Let me tell you about a little lady from East Texas that totally changed my life.  Her name is Noreen  Rylander.  I worked with “Reenie” for more than 5 years at a Home Healthcare office while I was working my … Continue reading

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An Irresistable Life

Do you ever resist doing things you know are good for you or that you KNOW you’d like if you just tried it? For some reason it is my human nature to resist new ideas and new things even if … Continue reading

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A life living–Elise Wallace

I’d like to introduce you to my friend Elise Wallace.  She’s my living life mentor.  If you’ve ever wondered why I do many varied activities, it’s because I’m trying to be like her. She’s my friend Skyler’s wife.  I used … Continue reading

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Sleeping With The Enemy

I LOVED that movie. Didn’t you?  I had an edited VHS copy recorded off TV.  I watched it over and over in college with my roommates. You have to love Julia Roberts. I told you in a post a few … Continue reading

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Geronimo!

The last week was a bust at our house and I mean that literally. Late Monday night we found a BIG problem related to this website.  Some of you may have noticed it.  It took several days and was very … Continue reading

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Why Am I Writing About Karl Malone?

Good times.  That’s what I think of when I see Karl Malone.  I know it might be kind of a stretch to call Karl Malone and inspirational person, especially if you’re trying to sell that notion to an audience of … Continue reading

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Watch It!

So I watched the premiere of NBC’s SMASH last Monday.  I expect it was the first of many episodes I’ll see.  It’s the first show on at 9:00 p.m. that I’ve been able to watch in YEARS. For years, the … Continue reading

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Something Yummy–Valentimes Edition

I love Valentimes.  I really do.  I always have. I just love seeing people walk up and down the street holding roses or some ridiculous oversized teddy bear.  I love all the balloons and the special cards exchanged everywhere.  But … Continue reading

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Purdy Inspirational (if you ask me)

I have to start by saying how much I respect and LOVE being around Ralynne Purdy.  It’s the highlight of my week.  Seriously, I love her.  She’s like warm sunlight on my face when I’m cold. Shortly after our new … Continue reading

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Your Pantry of Happiness–The Essential Ingredients

I don’t know how many of you watch Rachel Ray or know her methodology, but one of the things I’ve picked up from watching her is that she has a basic pantry list she keeps her kitchen stocked with. As … Continue reading

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