Kelly BellamyThe True HeroMabel spends her time drawing in the sketchbook that she keeps close at hand in the messenger bag that is always slung across her shoulder…May 23, 2021May 23, 2021
Kelly Bellamybroken eggsThe warmth from the spring sun is collecting on her back. The birds jump from branch to branch on the oak tree, just fifteen feet from…Apr 8, 2020Apr 8, 2020
Kelly BellamySticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.When I was a child this saying made me wonder what was wrong with Me.Feb 13, 2017Feb 13, 2017
Kelly BellamyI close my eyes and I am back in my mother’s car.I do vividly remember waking up, aware that my long wavy hair was sticking to my sweaty face. My dad was next to me. He smiled and asked if…Feb 12, 2017Feb 12, 2017
Kelly BellamyI have not slept well for two nights. I keep waking up, praying for mamas I don't know.Tonight my family is all under one roof. Every night, I know my kids are safe. They fight me about pajamas, brushing teeth and beg their…Jan 29, 2017Jan 29, 2017
Kelly BellamyMy 3 year old daughter has taken to wanting me to sit with her at bedtime.For a time, she didn’t need me in there as much. However in the last few months it’s become part of the bedtime routine. Usually my husband…Dec 13, 2016Dec 13, 2016
Kelly BellamyCardinals, Bluebirds, and Downy Woodpeckers jumping around my bare silver maple.Most years. I dread the incoming Winter. It’s cold, things die and never seems as fun as summer. This year has been long and tiring though…Dec 13, 2016Dec 13, 2016
