by Kelli Donley | Jan 17, 2009 | Arizona, Journal, Photography
One of the repetitive complains I hear from non-Phoenix natives is, “This town has no culture.” Stucco, suburbs and beige, are a culture — just not one most people want to replicate. The truth is, Phoenix has a growing, fascinating array of cultural...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 16, 2009 | CAOK, Domestic Art, handmade, Journal
When I added Seams to Me to my Christmas list, a friend-via-blogging named Flo — who lives in Japan — immediately emailed and offered to send me her copy. She did so, and I’ve been truly enjoying this book (and her act of kindness) since. The Taxi...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 16, 2009 | Get Fit, Good to Great, Happy Hippie, Journal
Why the goofy smile? Because yesterday was “new running shoes day!,” one of my favorites. I get new sneaks every 500 miles or so and was in great need. I can always tell when it is time to trade in a pair because my arches ache after a couple miles. (And...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 14, 2009 | Earth Mama, Good to Great, Journal
One of my biggest pet peeves* is when people complain about not having enough time. It is easy for this to be one of my annoyances in life at this point because let’s face it: I’m in selfish mode. No kids. No pets. No real worries other than getting myself...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 8, 2009 | Correspondence, Happy Hippie, Journal
Roasted butternut squash topped with browned turkey, garlic and veggies with a side of quinoa. Mmm.. say it with me — “keen wa!” I love this food. And while I’m trying not to drink much, this decanter is so awesome for impressing a guest. Take...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 7, 2009 | Journal, Media
Okay, Finny is a book genie. She typically sends me an awesome book for our Christmakkah celebration and this year’s was another gem: “The Ridiculous Race.” {A previous selection was “Winterdance,” — pretty much the only book my...
