December 22, 2011
Thank you for following my list of two thousand and eleven things I am thankful for. Here’s the final eleven things. For first time visitors, I’ve spent the past year compiling a list of 2,011 things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here. (Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35, Week 40, Week 45)
2001. laughing hard with friends
2002. being in a career I absolutely love
2003. my health
2004. all my needs are met
2005. love
2006. happy thoughts
2007. finding inspiration daily
2008. a new song in my heart
2009. the birth of Jesus
2010. my family
2011. the new year ahead of us
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:12 am
December 15, 2011
I can NOT believe I made it to 2,000 things. Only 11 more to go. I’m doing a happy dance. What a year! For first time visitors, I’ve spent the past year compiling a list of 2,011 things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here. (Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35, Week 40)
1961. ink washing off my hands easily
1962. my sister bringing up my Christmas tree over the weekend
1963. freebies at the store
1964. happiness
1965. watching my beloved Emmet Otter with a friend and they loved it
1966. Christmas shopping at night . . . the stores are so quiet and empty:)
1967. dollhouses
1968. chain necklaces
1969. adventure
1970. the piano
1971. taking a part the garbage disposal and putting it back together
1972. Christmas parties with friends
1973. learning not to be easily offended
1974. a yellow wall
1975. finishing all of my Christmas shopping
1976. silence after being in a noisy room
1977. Nat King Cole’s Christmas album
1978. a break from the cold and rainy weather
1979. cooking two meals at one time
1980. photo editing software
1981. God is faithful
1982. pink Christmas trees
1983. the children’s section of a book store
1984. green tea mints
1985. blowing bubbles with your gum
1986. my cousins
1987. contagious joy
1988. fancy frocks
1989. small challenges that stretch you
1990. friendly hellos
1991. a pancake breakfast
1992. soft peppermint sticks
1993. 10 days till Christmas
1994. people who give their 100% at a job they dislike
1995. pecans
1996. nurses
1996. not having to share a bathroom
1997. hand painted pottery
1998. small challenges
1999. working my tail off to win this shirt at the gym
2000. finding 2,000 things to be thankful for
posted by kelle at 9:12 am
December 08, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35, Week 40)
1921. a knitted scarf to keep warm
1922. magazines that combine God and pretty things to look at
1923. my aunt being released from the nursing home
1924. a restaurant calling to say a table just opened up
1925. holiday movies
1926. an unclouded brain
1927. zoos
1928. no lines at the movie theater
1929. selfless living
1930. having podcasts playing all day long
1932. the song “O Holy Night”
1933. snacking
1934. stripes with glitter
1935. mini ornaments with glitter
1936. worship service on Sunday
1937. warm and cozy homes
1938. strength
1939. horses
1940. dangling lights
1941. a thoughtful gift from my grandma
1942. finishing work early
1943. understanding friends
1944. indie designers
1945. big smiles
1946. vintage tea kettles
1947. sweet text from my Uncle Ralph
1948. pencils that are friendly to trees
1949. the bells on my Christmas wreath jingle every time you open the front door
1950. wild flowers
1951. a new view
1952. green eyes
1953. relaxing into a big pillow
1954. the color teal
1955. no cook days
1956. finding a parking space in a crowded lot
1957. my scrapbook in Target
1958. “kicking your feet up”
1959. toothaches that end
1960. breakthroughs
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:12 am
December 01, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35, Week 40)
1881. leftovers from Thanksgiving
1882. new phone
1883. reading a scripture and then referring to it later on in the day
1884. clay to fill holes
1885. eating soup on a cold, rainy day
1886. rain on my face
1887. Thanksgiving with my family
1888. my best friend
1889. my aunts making their yummy dishes
1890. allergies at bay
1891. being alive and healthy
1892. cows grazing
1893. God is greater than any problem I may have
1894. getting glue off my wool coat
1895. the defrost in the car
1896. good things from God
1897. getting up really early, being productive, taking a nap (repeat)
1898. playful, big bold flowers
1899. getting up and trying again
1900. the end of the movie “Little Black Book”
1901. not getting in an accident while driving in the rain on the interstate
1902. my sweatshirt from high school
1903. child made gifts
1904. admitting when I need help
1905. Aunt Jennifer’s carrot cake
1906. the sunshine on Wednesday
1907. the red barn off Exit 19
1908. having friends to be silly with
1909. getting work done, when I didn’t know how I’d get it finished in time
1910. aprons
1911. finding my lost glove
1912. the book of Proverbs
1913. braided ribbons
1914. the sound of the flute
1915. the end of a workout
1916. tech support
1917. sturdy chairs
1918. budgeting
1919. replacing my broken USB
1920. Christmas lights
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 9:12 am
November 23, 2011
I’m putting my list up a day early, since tomorrow I’ll be knee-deep baking homemade rolls and such. Hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving.
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1841. turning off everything to have quiet time with God
1842. striped candles
1843. going home early for pre-Thanksgiving family time
1844. a random run in with my cousins, Shaneta and Janae
1845. drinking tea out of a mason jar . . . with a straw
1846. watching movies with my mom and sister
1847. dinner with my grandparents
1848. fluffing the down mattress pad
1849. sharing a bowl of popcorn with my mom
1850. hugs from friends
1851. lunch with Saundria
1852. climbing a tree
1853. having an extra sweater to put on when it’s cold
1854. a breath of fresh air
1855. baked granny smith apples with cinnamon and nutmeg
1856. seeing Oma
1857. cheerfulness
1858. steamed broccoli in a salad
1859. finding a much needed-ingredient after going to three grocery stores
1860. shopping early for Thanksgiving supplies
1861. refrigerator magnets
1862. organized closet
1863. yam hash . . . it’s on my weekly rotation
1864. secretary tops
1865. my Mom cooking my favorite dish for dinner
1866. people doing what they were made to do
1867. fun little books
1868. husbands that pray and fight for their family
1869. wearing boots with a skirt
1870. “Target lady” commercials
1871. living in the moment
1872. online recipes that are printer friendly
1873. one on one time with my sister
1874. teen movies from the 80s
1875. my Dad’s sermon
1876. thankful lists from others
1877. my polka dotted mousepad
1878. picking flowers
1879. developing a habit of gratitude
1880. God is enough
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 12:11 pm
November 17, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1801. trying something new
1802. not crying when I got my haircut
1803. souvenirs from past vacations
1804. balloons floating in the air
1805. my family and friends are safe
1806. Mom’s new windows
1807. car insurance
1808. my unofficial blog proof reader
1809. parades and floats
1810. thoroughly cleaning my house
1811. books that are pretty on the inside and outside
1812. people recovering from seizures
1813. sweet spirits
1814. the crunch of carrots
1815. pealing off a label without any residue left
1816. foods you dip
1817. sincere apologies
1818. getting to go to sculpt class
1819. my sister turned a year older
1820. organizing my studio’s closet
1821. candid snapshots
1822. wrap around porches
1823. decorative tape
1824. french braids
1825. help cooking dinner
1826. watching a favorite movie on a cozy couch
1827. storage units
1828. sprinkles on sorbet
1829. connecting Netflix to Wii
1830. receiving my new fabric samples in the mail
1831. slouchy hats
1832. spending the day in my hometown
1833. the word “fascinating”
1834. the simplicity of barns
1835. a horse’s stride
1836. pleated skirts
1837. a weaved basket
1838. my new soft, cozy leggings
1839. vintage coffee mugs
1840. Thanksgiving is next week
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:11 am
November 10, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1761. pretty belts
1762. family time
1763. drawer organizers
1764. one of my mom’s students wearing a shirt made out of my fabric!
1765. outside terraces with lots of seating
1766. doors that open automatically
1767. pretty light fixtures
1768. people with multiple musical talents
1769. soft carpets
1770. flower accesories
1771. choices
1772. healthy breakfasts
1773. the sweet sound of a newborn baby’s cry . . . melts my heart
1774. talking on the phone with my brother for over an hour
1775. exterminators!!!
1776. warm embraces
1777. Allie’s sweet voice
1778. finding my lost wallet
1779. spontaneous lunch dates
1780. my grandfather’s laugh
1781. layering my clothes
1782. the cheerfulness of the color yellow
1783. recycled bottles
1784. an extra hour of sleep
1785. being proactive
1786. events that start on time
1787. pac man
1788. Thanksgiving is in 2 weeks and I can “officially” start listening to Christmas music
1789. covered parking during the rain
1790. Kristina‘s sweet comments
1791. laughter over sadness
1792. Drumline at the symphony
1793. washing my face after running
1794. sitting by a water foundation during the evening
1795. quinoa blondies
1796. multivitamins
1797. being surrounded by people who are sick and not getting sick
1798. elephants
1799. tea cups and lace gloves
1800. dreams that come true
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:11 am
November 03, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1721. preparation
1722. putting up a new inspiration board in my studio
1723. happily busy
1724. getting a ride instead of walking in the rain
1725. pedicures at home
1726. not oversleeping
1727. non-stop flights
1728. opening a window in a stinky cab
1729. being at the front of the line
1730. when the pilot said “Welcome to Nashville”
1731. closed doors that push you to new opportunities
1732. seeing old friends at the quilt market
1733. meeting new friends at the quilt market
1734. cowboy hats and plaid shirts
1735. menus full of yummy food
1736. leaves dancing in the street
1737. change purse
1738. glitter luggage tag
1739. the creativity of emerging designers
1740. computer problems fixed in a couple of minutes
1741. the stranger who helped carry my grocery cart up the stairs
1742. the TJ sushi roll
1743. the holiday cups at Starbucks . . . they’re back and this could only mean one thing!!!
1744. going to the airport to pick up a friend
1745. Allie’s sweet phone message
1746. seesaws
1747. cinnamon
1748. exchanges on final sale items
1749. fall weddings
1750. moonlight
1751. treat bags
1752. girls’ night in
1753. sweet and salty food
1754. ice skating rinks in the middle of a mall
1755. pants that go with everything
1756. paper flowers
1757. quickly answered questions
1758. peppermints in a cute tin
1759. a comfortable bed
1760. strength
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:11 am
October 27, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1681. smooth paths
1682. windows to let the light in
1683. pretty little bowls
1684. fields of flowers
1685. welcoming banter from strangers
1686. deep breaths, followed by long exhales
1687. being alive
1688. being able to put my hair in a ponytail
1689. singing in the car
1690. cow bells
1691. the people that bag your groceries
1692. a considerate person
1693. watching the birds perched outside my bedroom window
1694. bad news followed by AWESOME news
1695. storage
1696. having a spring in your step
1697. mom’s lovingly holding their child’s hand while crossing the street
1698. finding a new, favorite sushi spot . . . Samurai Sushi (in Elliston place)
1699. honest sales persons
1700. safety on the interstate
1701. being able to help
1702. a clear night sky
1703. reading a good book
1704. easy crossword puzzles
1705. a $10 dollar chair reupholstered
1706. stickers
1707. ribbons on packages
1708. crisp-ironed shirt
1709. the sun shining on my face
1710. getting out of the stuck elevator
1711. calming down after being in the stuck elevator
1712. having money to pay my bills
1713. sweet nursery music
1714. cracking an egg without getting the egg shell in the bowl
1715. catching your favorite episode from an old show on tv
1716. new horizons
1717. crossing things off my to-do list
1718. cheerleaders of life
1719. watching competitive gymnastics
1720. the smell of a cake baking
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:10 am
October 20, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1641. getting new film releases at Red Box
1642. the sound of rain outside
1643. when time is slow
1644. the juice bar at Whole Foods
1645. challenges that make you grow
1646. people who use their hands when they talk
1647. reading through journals from the past
1648. being reminded of God’s goodness and faithfulness
1649. big stud earrings
1650. the many flavors and colors of jelly bellies . . . still trying to decide my favorite
1651. lounge pants that are super soft on the inside
1652. the day my little brother was born
1653. carrot ginger dressing (another recipe mastered!)
1654. finding my lost cell phone
1655. hand drawn fonts
1656. music that inspires
1657. seeing my friend happy
1658. vases for flowers
1659. splinters removed pain free
1660. log cabins with wrap around porches
1661. memories of holding my baby brother for the first time
1662. a swing on the porch
1663. long, hot baths
1664. coming inside after being in cold rain
1665. diffusing emotional fumes
1666. those learning to trust again
1667. fixing my glasses
1668. satchel bags to carry books
1669. the sole of my running shoes
1670. Thursdays
1671. completing something I thought would be really hard
1672. pumpkin farms with happy children
1673. drinking with a straw
1674. lined wool pants
1675. nicknames for loved ones
1676. being able to walk
1677. polished shoes
1678. being present . . . in whatever moment is at hand
1679. change
1680. believing in love
(photo by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:10 am
October 13, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1601. Tennessee in the fall
1602. finding new “clean” recipes
1603. not having the air conditioner on
1604. a handwritten note from Stephanie with goodies
1605. when the spin instructor tells us to turn the knob to the left (to lower the tension)
1606. my Mom helping me hang a mirror
1607. finally getting the pesky mirror hung
1608. seeing my fabric in stores
1609. Octoberfest
1610. indulging in a traditional German meal – bratwurst, sauerkraut and German potato salad
1611. finding a lost file utilizing my backup utility
1612. going to the new Nordstrom
1613. not eating a bag of candy corn in one day
1614. kale chips
1615. listening to music with a little thump
1616. breakfast for dinner
1617. firm pillows
1618. easy driving directions
1619. premature babies that survive
1620. facing my fears
1621. new collaborations
1622. the sound of a cello
1623. filed and short nails
1624. steamed broccoli
1625. not having to get up at 5:30 in the morning
1626. jackets with hidden pockets
1627. letter openers
1628. locally owned restaurants
1629. a bench to sit on
1630. eyes full of hope
1631. cleared vision
1632. my own room
1633. gusto
1634. confetti
1635. fall breaks for teachers
1636. back tension that eases
1637. a wallet that can double as a clutch
1638. shoe racks
1639. hangers
1640. days full of good things
(photo by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 9:10 am
October 07, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25, Week 35)
1561. trusting the unseen
1562. a sparkly pillow
1563. dinner at my parent’s
1564. my mom’s homemade lasagna
1565. surprise visit from sister (she stayed for 4 days!)
1566. sister time
1567. magnify glass
1568. the change of seasons
1569. brisk air
1570. storage units
1571. communion
1572. pioneers like Steve Jobs
1573. going to church with my brother and sister
1574. being drawn to God
1575. daisies on a perfume top
1576. 60 degree weather
1577. new baby for family who lost a son
1578. having people who “get me”
1579. getting chilly and needing a blanket
1580. the sound of a zipper
1581. a mini whisk
1582. having a rail to hold on to while walking down the steps
1583. peace and quiet
1584. one accord
1585. surrounded by people I love
1586. a healed heart
1587. cleaning out my closet for the fall
1588. falling asleep while reading
1589. truths that change things
1590. my grandparents still hold hands
1591. how big God is
1592. finished work
1593. free-design days (not for specific projects, just for fun) . . . i love these!
1594. wagons
1595. work hard, play hard
1596. respect
1597. waking up refreshed
1598. carryout for lunch
1599. this video
1600. never being truly alone
(photos by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:10 am
September 29, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25)
1521. early morning workouts
1522. trying a new dinner recipe and it was delicious
1523. fun conversations while getting stamps at the post office
1524. midday texts from my Mom
1525. v-neck tees
1526. waking up and not having to do my hair (this doesn’t happen too often)
1527. memories that bring a smile
1528. the snooze button
1529. plans that work out
1530. a loving mother
1531. squirrels bouncing from tree to tree
1532. my current favorite snack
1533. an empty laundry basket
1534. meetings with food
1535. living in Nashville
1536. a pasta colander
1537. a joyous mood
1538. quick wit
1539. un-wasted time
1540. pumpkins popping up everywhere
1541. the sun shining even though it’s cool outside (and needing shades)
1542. the smell of leaves burning
1543. driving home to see my sister
1544. pregnant bellies
1545. walking in the grass
1546. a freshly pressed shirt
1547. 50% off at your favorite store
1548. warm pies
1549. plum dressing
1550. bird watching
1551. a sick free week
1552. being refocused
1553. clean jokes
1554. seeing pink in the sky
1555. enjoying the “in between” in life
1556. watching kids feed the ducks at the park
1557. those not easily offended
1558. a spring in your step
1559. refusing to give up
1560. not having a ton of junk mail
(photo by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:09 am
September 23, 2011
Each week I’ll be posting things I’m thankful for. Read more about it here.
(Week 1, Week 5, Week 10, Week 15, Week 20, Week 25)
1481. fatherly, concerned texts from my dad
1482. un-fogged head
1483. sparkly blue bracelet
1484. meeting deadlines while sick
1485. thinking something, then someone confirming what you thought
1486. getting inside before it rains
1487. being surprised by fireworks outside the window
1488. having enough energy to get out of bed
1489. relief from congestion
1490. flats with bows
1491. soft, moisturized tissues for sneezing
1492. learning “true” rest involves not only physical rest, but mental rest
1493. friends who bring you soup when you’re sick
1494. God’s best
1495. chicken noodle soup
1496. drivers that let pedestrians cross
1497. choosing joy
1498. the woman who helped clean my mat at the gym
1499. cat naps
1500. finding a movie you’ve been wanting in the store on sale!
1501. humming
1502. patterned hair clips
1503. sleeping while it rains outside
1504. paper lanterns
1505. still waters
1506. splitting meals at a restaurant
1507. girl talk
1508. watching the video of baby Keegan playing with the dump truck
1509. gerber daisies on sale for only $2
1510. pistachios
1511. candles at dinner
1512. walking with my hands in my pockets
1513. returned calls
1514. books with cloth covers
1515. saving coins in a piggy bank
1516. good memories of an old friend
1517. tears of joy
1518. silence
1519. when the clouds break and the sun appears
1520. it’s officially Fall
(photo by Ann Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:09 am
September 15, 2011
All of the things you see pictured were given to me as a gift from my friends at the Music City Modern Quilter Guild. They made a basket of all my favorite things. I had a blast meeting them last week and this basket was the icing on the cake of a fabulous morning with them. Read more about my “2011 things” here.
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posted by kelle at 10:09 am
September 08, 2011
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posted by kelle at 10:09 am
September 01, 2011
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posted by kelle at 9:09 am
August 25, 2011
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posted by kelle at 10:08 am
August 18, 2011
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posted by kelle at 9:08 am
August 11, 2011
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posted by kelle at 9:08 am
August 04, 2011
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posted by kelle at 9:08 am
July 28, 2011
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posted by kelle at 10:07 am
July 21, 2011
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posted by kelle at 10:07 am
July 14, 2011
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