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hey, i’m back!

the in-between

It’s been over two weeks since my last post – betcha you thought you got rid of me, huh? The past couple weeks showed me a dandy or two, but the most important thing I realized is that I HAVE to write. My wrist is a-twitchin’ and I could not wait to get back into…

today’s wednesday?

the in-between

Hold on, today’s Wednesday?? Not yesterday? I have officially lost it. I am not quite sure what’s happening with my mind – for real. I used to be extremely organized, I would stay focused & complete tasks I’ve started, & no mini anxiety attacks. Now, like I said, I think my mind is disappearing. Today…

a puppy party

the in-between

Today is Ace’s second birthday. I’m just going to put this out there now – judge all you want – I had a mini birthday party for my dog. Seriously, judge me. I know I sound a like a crazy. However, at least I KNOW I’m a crazy, right? By admitting and knowing I’m a…

mother’s day

motherhood

Mother’s Day consisted of my favorite egg bake, a mimosa or two, & family. It was a tough day for my mom; my grandma passed this time last year & changed a lot of family traditions. I am not going to be a downer today, however, today was very difficult. I had my sad moments…

& it’s only the beginning

the in-between

Happy Thursday, Friends! I write to you this Thursday evening with a jumbled brain & a thousand to-do lists. After the whirlwind of my scans at Mayo, I have been movin’ & shakin’; unfortunately, as the title says, it’s only the beginning. [Sorry there was not a Wordless Wednesday post  – I think it’s the…

happy national teacher’s day!

the in-between

A letter to all fellow educators:  Thank you. You mold the minds of the future – literally. Educators do not get nearly as enough credit as they deserve. You spend your day teaching students life long skills, as well as the state standards we are all judged upon. You & you alone hold the light…

after a scan 

cancer

Today, I write as Kaylee; not a cancer patient, someone on chemo, GIST fighter, etc… I am Kaylee. I am cancer free. I am a wife, a Vizsla mama, a teacher; I am just your average 28 year old, sitting in the sun, on my patio, listening to music, [trying to avoid a sunburn].  Today,…

t’was the night before Mayo

cancer

You know the feeling you got as a little kid when the night before Christmas rolled around? The excitement? The thoughts of dancing sugar plums? The wondrous ideas of what will be waiting for you under the tree the next morning? The little amount of sleep you’d get because your ears were perked to hear Santa?…

zucchini fritters w/ avocado crema

wellness

Yes, I made my way back to the kitchen. It is only Tuesday, but this week has brought beautiful weather &  a sun burn, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Summer is almost here & I can feel my happiness start to soar. After a nice little stroll in the dog park this…

i forgot about you, spring

the in-between

I forgot the way the crisp, spring breeze runs wild through the trees, making the branches dance. I forgot how a simple song through the patio speakers rock me to sleep. I forgot how much the sun’s warmth is needed on my cheeks. I forgot how the birds sound, singing their joyous little songs. I…

zucchini pasta

wellness

After a nice, little break, I decided to make my way back into the kitchen & have a new recipe for you to try! Tony & I were both ready for some healthy, home-cooked meals after vacationing and eating out every night. It took me a while, [between countless loads of laundry & trying to…

fearfully happy

cancer

Has happiness ever scared you? There was a point in my life, [two years ago to be exact], I was blissfully happy & content. I was so happy, in fact, that it completely terrified me. I was helping my best friend plan her wedding, had a trip to Vegas planned, & Tony and I were…