by Kelli Donley | Jan 25, 2017 | Journal, Writing
I recently applied for a local writing contest and had to submit a few shorter pieces. Reviewing my portfolio, I’ve had my head down working on novels for the last 12-plus years. There has been occasional blogging when I was distracted with crafts or inspired by...
by Kelli Donley | Aug 14, 2016 | Arizona, Community, Journal
In this entry in the series, Raising a Modern Family, Ashley talks about being raised by a stepfather, and how this has influenced her marriage with Nick-and the raising of their two boys. She also talks about how her relationship with Christ changed her life, and...
by Kelli Donley | Mar 28, 2016 | Arizona, Journal
During the last year, the department I work for has been reduced by more than 30%. The work we are doing has been transferred to a different state agency. The transition, all the same, has been an odd experience. I am the only person left on one side of a large floor...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 5, 2016 | Journal, Media
My mom had told me the McNay Museum in San Antonio was worth visiting, but I had no idea they would have such an incredible collection. I saw my first (and second) Diego Rivera! If you ever get the chance, spend an afternoon at this collection. The mansion alone is...
by Kelli Donley | Apr 6, 2014 | Community, Journal, Media, Photography
One Community is a monthly photo project in which participants photograph their homes and communities with a theme in mind. The theme varies by month. The goal is to both showcase similarities and differences in our communities worldwide – and bring us all closer...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 16, 2013 | Journal
I first heard about this Frida Kahlo exhibit in southern California like we gather so much of our news these days: Facebook. Someone listed the link on my page. “The world’s largest collection of Frida Kahlo’s works – never before seen together.” Was I going to see...
