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KK’s Candor
For encouragement and reality

KK’s Candor was launched in 2009. Karen’s posts are slice-of-life observations about life.

  • Interrupted Stillness
    Thousands of years later, we can walk out of our graves. The angst that traps us into a paralyzing stillness has no more power. Continue reading →
  • The week began with cheers
    The week began with cheers and ended with jeers. But #Sunday came. The #resurrection was made sweeter – Jesus’ triumph over the grave made stronger – because of what Jesus endured in those seven days. None of us could have … Continue reading →
  • Yes or No
    Yes or No – two strong words that can direct the way we live our lives. Here we are at the end of January, and I haven’t bugged you about goals for the year. Yes, mine are written. But one … Continue reading →
  • Character-building workout
    As you consider your physical workouts in 2026, consider adding a character-building workout. Sometimes, it takes a storm or struggle in life to build our character muscle. Whether we handle the struggle with grace and wisdom, or we fuss and … Continue reading →
  • The week between
    Did I mention the Christmas cookies? They aren't that big, so eating three with each lap of the kitchen is like eating one, right? Can I count that lap as exercise? Continue reading →