Kelley Pruitt started as my co-worker. She's the one in the middle. She interviewed me and hired me. This picture was taken during my very first week in Charleston. We were on the build site with the Major family. Kelley did the equivalent of about 3 different positions, and when she got pregnant (about 7 months along in the picture), that's when I was hired! I learned everything I know about my job from her!....thanks Kelley!
My first week was a whirlwind like anyone would expect from new job and new city. It's hard to remember many specifics. But I remember Kelley....
....I remember she didn't look at all like she sounded. (I was hired over the phone)
....I remember her being a very happy pregnant lady
...she's a multitasker....always on the phone...while driving a stick shift [fast], eating, and answering my questions
....she took me out to lunch my first day to Saffron...she actually seemed interested in me
....she told everyone to pronounce my name "La-rell"
....she was very convicted about everything she said...and she's not shy about telling you about herself or about her love for the Lord!
....and she's not too self-conscious or embarrassed to be really silly (ie, making weird animal noises)
....she's "real" - never fake but just very genuine and whole-hearted
...and she welcomed me into the Habitat family! She's taught me a lot...still does!
Things that would not surprise me about Kelley....
...if she picked food off the floor and ate it
....if she gave you a truly honest answer
....someone never said anything bad about her
Now, 2 1/2 years later, we're friends! I can talk with her...even cry with her! I babysit her adorable daughter Bella, and hopefully her baby-on-the-way!!! She's one of my favs! Love you girl!
(krystal, me, Kelley, and Stacia - the girls at Habitat)
