see ya AR

ski stuff. warm clothes. several books. gloves. layers. uggs. scarf. big sweatshirts.

all zipped up and ready for a plane ride.

computer. cell phone. twitter. facebook. blogs. text messages.

all put on the back burner for 10 days.

see ya arkansas (and technology), hello canada!

talk to you soon!

HAPPY SPRING BREAK!!!!!!!

Christmas 2009

It's been awhile since you last heard from me. I decided explaining all these events would be easier with a few props.

Our first Kappa Alumni Christmas party!

Since our freshman year of college a group of guys I went to high school with have thrown an ugly Christmas sweater party. Seems every year it gets bigger and bigger. Its always a great time to catch up with those that we graduated with. Here are a few pictures from it.

And the big event..

On December 22 my family and my Mom's side of the family packed it up and went to Telluride, Colorado for Christmas. I think I already told you this. I am pretty big on traditions when it comes to the holiday season. This year was a little easier than I thought it would be. Although, I have to say there were a lot of "firsts" that I never thought would happen on Christmas day! Ha, prepare yourself... And might I mention, the condo we all stayed in was rather "Calico Country," if you will.. which makes it even more of a laugh.

Our lovely stockings hanging from the mantel..

A few first were..

Going to a Catholic Mass on Christmas Eve (NOTHING at ALL wrong with this, it was just a first)

Crying through the entire Christmas service. Typically just during Silent Night. Not this year!

Not being at my church on Christmas Eve for the first time in my life.

Not having one present to open.

Not waking up in Fayetteville Christmas morning.

Waking up with all my cousins on Christmas morning under the same roof.

Not having a Christmas tree. Rather, a floor lamp that my Mom decorated. Ha! It worked.

I skied on Christmas Eve and day. Never have done that on Christmas.

Whenever I talk about Telluride to someone I always describe it as "Dickson St surrounded by mountains." Literally. Telluride is a very very small ski town in the very southwest corner of Colorado. There is one main street. One way in town and one way out. A very local and "hippie" town. So laid back. I love it.

This is looking down on Telluride from the ski lift.

Downtown..

The town is so laid back that there are several famous people that either do, or have, owned houses there. For instance, here is Oprah's..

One day on the slopes Clare and I met a little friend. Pete. Pete the Porcupine.

He was pretty cute. Ski Patrol was standing around him. Apparently their spikes aren't the problem, but rather their bites. And no, that is not neither Clare or I next to him, that is some lady.

My love for little kids grew even more when I saw this little tike on the slopes. He came up MAYBE to my knee. Precious. Hopefully I'll have a little one to do this with some day.

And yes, that is yours truly in the black night get up, posing so it wouldn't be obvious Clare was taking this kids pic!

We got back in town yesterday. It was a great trip! We had so much fun and had lots of laughs. I hope your Christmas was just as delightful!

2009, don't let the door hit ya from behind!! I will not miss you!!!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!

And as said back when I thought I was cool in 2nd grade..

"SEE YA NEXT YEAR GUYS!!!"

I mean.. HELLO!!!!

So I just realized that there are

DAYS until we leave for Telluride

AND

DAYS until Christmas!!!!!!!

Oh me, oh my!!!! So exciting!!

And.. I kid you not.. the main two verses last night were these. Yes, I wanted to throw my hands up and laugh.. Waiting for a "KENLIE!!! I'm talking to Y-O-U!" I do love that wonderful man who takes care of me, even when he speaks crystal clear..

"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins."

1 Peter 4:8

"Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."

Colossians 3:13

Night friends!

GET ME OUT OF THIS TOWN

This will be my location in 24 HOURS!! Beyond last minute, totally excited and so needed!!

Sarah and I have decided to get away from this rain and enjoy the beach for a few days! I couldn't be more excited and can't wait to play with my sweet boys on the beach. Cooper and I will probably build quite the sandcastle! I am certainly due for some time away from life in Fayetteville.

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On a side note. Do you ever have those moments in life when you go "OK God, THANKS! WHY DON'T YOU JUST SPEEK A LITTLE CLEARER!!" I certainly did tonight when I was asked to read Isaiah 41:13

"For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you."

YEP! Pretty crystal clear if I've ever seen it!

God is good!

Can't promise posts from the beach, but I do promise them when I get back! Hope life is wonderful in your neck of the woods! Blog to ya Tuesday!!!

Much Love

Already Friday?

I can't believe this vacation has gone by so quickly! Tomorrow is already Friday and our last day on the beach. The past few days have consisted of a lot of relaxation, perfection of the tans, good food, lots of laughs, and as you can see, many pictures!

View of the street at the end of the driveway

Our temporary residence

It takes a very special man to raise 3 daughters. We love him unconditionally and try to keep his style up to par!

"You know you live in a house full of women when you find yourself asking where your panties are" Dad

One of my bestest friends, my Mom.

Blaker P and I on the beach.

She makes me laugh, gets on my nerves, knows my deepest secrets, shares my clothes, but through it all she will always be my best friend.

The 3 of us.

Like most siblings, we didn't much care for each other when we were younger. Growing up it was common for there to always be two getting along and one being left out. Now that we are older, I couldn't be more thankful, more blessed, or more proud to be the big sister of these two. I thank God daily for giving me not only two sisters, but my two best friends!

"Lord, thank you for these two. Thank you for our laughs, our tears, our memories, our wonderful parents, and our friendship. Please continue to work in us and through us. Bring us even closer together and to you. Please forgive us daily for our clothing arguments. Amen."

Typical.

The whole crew

Hang onto him B, we approve!!

Cody, Alex, and me

Blake and Cody

The most humorous couple I have ever met. I love you both.

Blake and Cody taking in the day's events

Talking to a special someone while waiting at dinner.

(And yes, I was happy, just listening very closely)

That's all I have for now folks! I'm sure there will be plenty more to come. I must say I love this place, and could probably live here if it wasn't for the sand everywhere and the sticky/salty air. Ha, which I realize are two large factors. I'm not so much looking forward to the drive home, but I am, in a very small way, ready to come back. I miss my bed, my dearest friend Kirsten and her store, Starbucks green tea shaken with lemonade, the little boys I babysit, and my paintbrush that is awaiting all my new thoughtful creations!! I also need to know if my car has hail damage, it has me worried sick!! But must confess, I am absolutely LoViNg the feeling of walking into a store that is advertising for "Back to School," knowing that never in my life do I have to go back. Unless of course I teach, which is a whole different blogging topic!

Love from Destin,

Kenlie

Destin so far..

The 5 Posey's, Blake and Alex's boyfriends, Uncle Bill, Tina, Douglas, and Mary Kate have all been making great memories in Destin, FL since Saturday. I must add the trip down here was not the most ideal situation. In all my years of coming to one of my most favorite places, I must say I have never seen so many people. Driving down here took way too long, there was road construction and lengthy lines to every bathroom between Fayetteville and Destin, after we got here we couldn't find anything reasonably quick under a 2 hour wait, so we concluded to go to the grocery store. Terrible, horrible idea. Lets just say we couldn't move our little shopping cart, there was only three half gallons of milk left, no ketchup, maybe 5 choices of cereal on a whole isle of nothing but cereal, no turkey for sandwiches, and so on.. I'm not kidding. But ever since that first little night everything has been fabulous!! Here are some pictures and some side comments, don't worry, there will be more to come!!

Welcome to Destin...

Steven, Mary Kate, and Cody hanging out by the water.

Cody's ideal beach relaxation.

Steven and Cody hard at work

Project complete! Nice work gentlemen!

This is where you can find me. "Redeeming Love" by Francine Rivers

(this is a must read for those of you that haven't read it.. oh my!! I'm addicted.)

Precious little couple. Alex and Steven.

Douglas, Alex, and Steven

Dinner is served...

Tonight we had a fabulous dinner at Crab Trap, one of our most favorite places. Below are some random photo moments. (Blaker P, not sure why there aren't too many of you, but I will catch your face tomorrow.)

A story I have to share...

Above is a picture of two random little boys playing in the water on the deck. Typically just a normal situation when you come right off the beach, right? Not so much this time. For those of you that have been to the Crab Trap, you know that it sits right on the beach and typically people waiting to eat their meal will capture some pictures on the beach. This is what these little boys and their families just did. Took pictures, the "table ready buzzer" went off, Mom (in white) said it was time to wash sand off and go eat! Well, kind of. These little boys had a better idea. If you notice they are fully dressed in matching outfits, Mom is to the left in white, and the little boy in the front to the right has his hair parted really funny. This is because when Mom said it was time to clean up and go eat, that particular little boy thought she was telling him to wash off head to toe. Ha! Normally a typical story for little boys, expect for the fact it was about to go sit in the restaurant and eat dinner. Soaking wet. Not the most ideal situation, but we all enjoyed watching them have a good time! And I'm sure their parents were just glad this happened after the picture taking.

I just had to share that little story with you all. It made for a good laugh!

Well, that is our Destin vacation in a nutshell so far! More pictures and stories to follow. I hope all is well and everyone is having a wonderful first week of August!

Much love from Florida!

Kenlie

I can explain..

So as of Saturday I have been at the beach. I know I am really slacking in my blogging and I do apologize. Last Wednesday into Thursday I stayed with the Clark's, which are two little boys I babysit, Thursday was my 23rd birthday (getting old, I know!!) , Friday I worked and packed, and Saturday I was in the car all day. Please don't worry I have great pictures and stories to come. I just thought I would leave you guys a short memo and my love!! : ) Hope all is well.