Kinny's Krew

12/04/2025

One year ago today, we gathered together for one of the hardest days… Kinleigh's funeral and burial. It was a day none of us ever wanted to face, yet somehow it became a beautiful reflection of her—full of love, full of tenderness, and full of the people who adored her.

Friends, family, and her beloved elves all came together to honor an extraordinary little girl. The songs, the stories, the hugs, the tears… every moment felt wrapped in the same magic she brought into our world.

Though the ache hasn’t faded, neither has the love Kinny left behind.

We miss you, Kinny. You are still so loved, so cherished, and so deeply missed—today and every day. As we head into the Christmas Season (her favorite) we will see you in every snowflake, every Elf smile, and every twinkle light - you are the magic of the season! Forever Kinleigh💖🎄🦋

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we want to thank you, Kinny's Krew, for surrounding the Connelly family with so much love over the past couple years. Your prayers, kindness, and support reminded us that even in heartbreak, there is still so much good in the world.
We are endlessly thankful for each of you.

11/26/2025

Meighan’s 2nd grade students surprised her on Monday with a beautiful christmas tree in the classroom. Each student decorated a butterfly ornament in remembrance of Kinny. They also made cards and a big group card with a prayer bouquet- each child also made a special flower in the bouquet. The 18 students said 18 decades of the rosary.🦋🎄🌸

11/22/2025

💚🩷One year ago today, heaven gained the most beautiful little soul. 🤍
🦋At just 8 years old, Kinleigh MacKay Connelly filled this world with sparkle, laughter, and a sense of humor that could light up any room. Her dancing, her joyful spirit, and those precious freckles are memories that will forever be etched in our hearts.

🦋Though DIPG took her from us too soon, her light was never extinguished. It lives on in the love she gave, the joy she shared, and the countless lives she touched in her short but powerful time here.

🦋We miss you more than words can say, sweet girl. Until we meet again, keep dancing among the stars. ✨
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11/21/2025

Friday and Saturday- share your pink and green with us!
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11/21/2025

Once a Pony, Always a Pony 💙💛

This coming weekend will mark one year since the passing of one of our Ponies, Kinleigh Connelly. Tomorrow, we ask our WM pony family to consider wearing her favorite colors—pink and green.

Though DIPG took her from us far too soon, her light continues to shine in the hearts of all who love her. 💕🦋

💙 Once a pony....always a pony 💛

11/20/2025

💙Children's Grief Awareness Day is observed annually on the third Thursday of November, which is today, November 20, 2025. The day aims to raise awareness about childhood bereavement, support grieving children and teens, and remind them that their feelings are valid and they are not alone.

11/20/2025

Happy Half Birthday in Heaven, beautiful girl. 🦋
Not a day goes by that we don’t miss you. You are forever loved and forever our sparkle. ✨🩷💚

11/17/2025

This Saturday, November 22nd, marks one year since we lost our sweet Kinny Mac. 🩷💚 Though she was only 8 years old, she filled every room with joy, laughter, and a spirit bigger than her years.

𝗜𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗻𝘆’𝘀 𝗞𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘀 (𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻) 𝗼𝗻 𝑭𝙧𝒊𝙙𝒂𝙮 𝙖𝒏𝙙/𝙤𝒓 𝑺𝙖𝒕𝙪𝒓𝙙𝒂𝙮 . Let’s fill the day with her colors, her light, her sparkle, and the joy she spread so easily. Whether you’re near or far, joining us in wearing her shirt/colors is a simple way to keep her memory close and show that she was loved. We will start a thread on Saturday to share pictures.

Thank you for standing with us, remembering with us, and loving Kinny with us. 🩷💚✨ Angelversary - Forever Kinleigh

10/31/2025

Kinleigh loved everything about Halloween — costumes, candy, and giggles galore. 🍬👻
Tonight, as the jack-o’-lanterns glow, we’re thinking of you and picturing you dancing among the stars in your favorite costume. We know that you will be smiling down on your family and friends tonight, and sending a few tricks their way!
Happy Halloween in Heaven, sweet girl. 🦋🖤🧡

10/16/2025

✨ After a long wait, our sweet little Irish girl’s headstone is finally in place. It’s everything we hoped it would be — adorned with butterflies, a Celtic Cross, and shamrocks — symbols of her spirit, her heritage, and the love that surrounds her always. 💚🦋🍀

Though nothing can ease the ache of missing her, seeing this beautiful stone feels like one more way to honor her sparkle and the joy she brought into our lives. Forever family, forever loved, forever missed, forever Kinleigh.💛