Embracing the Journey: A Tale of Meaningful Living and Creativity
Hi there — I’m Kellie Smith. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you stopping by to visit my website.
I’d love to learn more about you, so please introduce yourself in the comments below!
A little about me: After moving around the country for many years for my career as a news anchor and reporter, I am proudly back in my home state of South Carolina.
I live in the Charleston area and frequently say to myself “I can’t believe I get to live here!”
Not only am I constantly captivated by the beauty that surrounds me here but the “Holy City” truly feels holy to me.
After 10 years in the news business, I decided to leave the career I worked so hard to build because my heart and soul called me to embrace the beautiful and challenging journey of motherhood. In raising my two sons, I am reminded every day of how right that decision was and how grateful I am to be able to do it.
In stepping away from my career, I realized how much creative and entrepreneurial energy I had that I wanted to explore. In fact, looking back when I was working in television, some of my favorite stories to work on and read about were about the amazing work of entrepreneurs.
It stirred something inside of me and sparked a curiosity that was impossible to ignore.
In 2017, a traumatic incident involving a dog attack completely changed the course of my life.
It was an experience that really put things in perspective, led to a lifelong healing journey, and awakened me to a new life. You can hear the full story here on my podcast.
Today I am building a life that is deeply meaningful and helping others do the same.
Here are some of the ways I am doing that:
Because I learned first hand how truly precious time with our loved ones is, I created a line of family keepsake journals to help busy moms like myself capture the cherished moments and memories we share with our children.
Fueling my passion for storytelling, personal growth, and helping others, I launched my podcast, “A Meaningful Life,” where I engage in heartfelt conversations on personal growth, mindful living, and the power of embracing our unique stories. Through this platform, I aim to empower others to find purpose, meaning, and connection in their lives.
I also discovered watercolor as a therapeutic outlet to navigate through moments of anxiety and stress.
What began as a personal refuge in the evenings after my boys went to bed soon evolved into a new artistic adventure.
Today, I not only create coastal inspired artwork, meaningful commissions, and paper goods but also share my knowledge and passion through teaching watercolor classes and workshops.
I have come to realize that our stories, art, and creativity intertwine to shape our lives in profound ways. Each step has been a testament to the power of embracing change and discovering new passions.
Thank you for being a part of my journey, and I hope my story and the things I will share here on my website invites you to explore your own creativity, personal growth, and meaningful living.