by Kelli Donley | Mar 5, 2009 | Earth Mama, Good to Great, Happy Hippie
Add one African-themed throw quilt to the couch and voila! A recession-inspired solution that will work just fine for the time being. Thanks for the great suggestions! I see a new couch, paid in cash, in my future… ~K
by Kelli Donley | Mar 4, 2009 | Domestic Art, Happy Hippie, Journal, Kitchen Talk
In reading The New York Times late yesterday afternoon, I was inspired to hit the market on the way home from work to pick up some kale. I’ve read a bunch lately about this superfood, not to mention all the yummy recipes on Kath’s blog. I wanted something...
by Kelli Donley | Mar 3, 2009 | Good to Great, Happy Hippie, Journal
I am reading one of those rare books in life that leave your copy so dog-eared, you wonder how you’ll ever remember everything you are learning. It’s called, “The Soul of Money” and before you roll your eyes, know this: I am not a huge fan of...
by Kelli Donley | Mar 2, 2009 | Domestic Art, handmade, Journal, Sew Along
Dear Finny, I am writing with some embarrassment. Due to unforeseen circumstances (me being busy with other things– tomatoes, namely), I didn’t get both projects done for February. I did manage last night to finish my wall-pocket experiment: This was...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 26, 2009 | Arizona, CAOK, Community, Earth Mama, Happy Hippie
Beets! My Calculated Acts of Kindness campaign this year has a food theme — which with passions for cooking and gardening works well. As a advocate for local food banks and an end to hunger, it’s exciting to think how we can each make a few small changes...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 25, 2009 | CAOK, Celebrate!, Good to Great, Journal
For the last few years, I’ve promoted doing calculated acts of kindness during Lent. Today is Ash Wednesday, and so the fun and secrecy of COAK begins. The idea behind COAK is to spread anonymous kindness in your community. This may start with family and friends...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 24, 2009 | Arizona, Community, Faith, Goals, Happy Hippie
I’ve taken on a new community project that I am really excited about. It was mentioned at church a few months ago that our conference is pushing for facilities to become more “green.” Considering our church was built nearly 100 years ago, the windows...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 23, 2009 | Uncategorized
My mom used to tell my brother, “It’s time to get crackin’!” when we were dragging. I thought of her this weekend when making the breakfast for the masses. Thankfully, Rebecca added several great suggestions, including bacon and fruit. She sent...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 20, 2009 | Community, Earth Mama, Happy Hippie, Journal
Sweet:: — I hurt my neck this week lifting weights and am finally feeling better. Amazing how easy it is to take our health for granted until you are immobilized and in a silly amount of pain. Three cheers for the power of Aleve, massage and heating pads....
by Kelli Donley | Feb 18, 2009 | Domestic Art, handmade, Happy Hippie, Journal
I have a friend who is pregnant, and in true community spirit, we are all praying and cheering and rooting for this baby to arrive healthy, happy and talking about what an amazing stork ride he just had. In trying to honor the privacy of the situation, I’ll just...
