by Kelli Donley | Oct 1, 2014 | Happy Hippie, Heirloom Hacienda
I started a knitting club at work last week. Everyone who came to the first meeting received a knitting roll with a set of huge knitting needles for an easy first project. Because when I nerd out, I like to do it with others. And snacks. Also: I am hiking the...
by Kelli Donley | Sep 24, 2014 | Arizona, Happy Hippie
Did I mention we are hiking the Grand Canyon next week? And that I’ve climbed a bunch of hills lately in training? (Twist my arm. The only difficulty this time of year is the blasted heat.) Usery Mountain pass loop South Mountain See that...
by Kelli Donley | Sep 16, 2014 | Domestic Art, handmade, Happy Hippie, Heirloom Hacienda
My friend Adam (and I’m sure others quietly) has long made fun of my love for the holidays. I love Thanksgiving — the prep, family time, football, food, days off of work and cooler weather. And I love Christmas, although less so since my family has...
by Kelli Donley | Sep 11, 2014 | Arizona, Celebrate!, Happy Hippie
My friend Mini (or Elizabeth, or Liz, depending on how you know her) started taking classes at circus school last year. She has always been a dancer and was on the dive team in high school. The girl is flexible. She’s most recently been doing a bunch of those...
by Kelli Donley | Sep 4, 2014 | Arizona, Happy Hippie
Have I mentioned I am soon hiking from the north to the south rim of the Grand Canyon? (With two blissful nights at Phantom Ranch in between.) I am a little nervous, Interwebs. And I could use your help. I’ll be okay physically. And I’ve got the gear. But...
by Kelli Donley | Aug 28, 2014 | Arizona, Happy Hippie, Heirloom Hacienda
Transplants taking off by the front door. Not sure what this plant is, but it blooms tiny bright pink flowers that look like sea creatures. Pumpkins, trying. Sunflowers, in heaven, reaching for the heat. Lots of succulents and one surviving pepper plant. I am looking...
