Category Archives: mothers

My Jewels: Phillip and Alice Smoot

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Kelsie Lou

I told my mom that we should have some photos taken.  Our last photography session was in summer 2016 before my parents moved to Florida.  We needed to break the monotony of the pandemic restrictions and have a reason to … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Lucy L. Smoot

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Kelsie Lou

I want to share the beautiful obituary written by my aunts and uncles to pay tribute to my paternal grandmother, Lucy L. Smoot:   LUCY LINTHICUM BENNETT SMOOT passed away peacefully at home at the age of 96 on March 3, … Continue reading →

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Santa’s 🎅 Run for our Kids 5K

Posted on December 28, 2019 by Kelsie Lou

I was on the first thing smokin’ outta Louisville for Winter Break. My Mom and I were on a mission to compete in another 5K. The Christmas themed race is organized by the Winter Haven Optimist Club. I had the … Continue reading →

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Grandma’s 95th Birthday Celebration 🎉

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Kelsie Lou

My family will be gathering for the 90th annual Smoot Family Reunion in Madison, WV soon. While the fellowship amongst family since 1929 is a rich tradition, the milestone of my Grandma, Lucy L. Smoot, turning 95 is also worthy … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Imane

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Kelsie Lou

Imane is one of my former Smootents (Ms. Smoot + Students) from Whitney M. Young Job Corps Center.  Her family moved from Chad to Louisville, KY in 2007. We met shortly after when Imane was scheduled to my Reading class. … Continue reading →

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Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration

Posted on July 23, 2018 by Kelsie Lou

The Black Expo in Indianapolis, IN is a celebration of African American culture.  Underserved communities have a one stop shop with over $2,000 worth of free health screenings, job applications, voter registration and supporting black owned businesses. Being in Indianapolis … Continue reading →

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Always Beachin’

Posted on June 4, 2017 by Kelsie Lou

Summer break recharge for a middle school P.E. and Health teacher with 2 Foster Daughters. Continue reading →

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Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket 5k

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Kelsie Lou

Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket 5K Recap Columbus, Ohio 6-26-16 This Race is dedicated to Kevin Carter I heard about the Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket 5K from my weekly Active.com email. The name and location … Continue reading →

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Trek-and-Treating

Posted on November 14, 2015 by Kelsie Lou

Jay’s Hope Trek or Treat- Macon, GA October 31, 2015 There were a ton of races in the Atlanta area as I made my way down to Florida for an unplanned mini vacation.  I was so happy I decided to … Continue reading →

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100th Post Dedicated to My Grandma

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Kelsie Lou

It is hard to believe that I have written 99 blog posts on kelsielou.com.  I would like to thank each and everyone of you who have taken the time to read about what’s going on in my life as a … Continue reading →

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