Keli Rabon

Keli Rabon Investigative Reporter turned Life & Style Blogger! Single mom to 2 little boys and a Pekingese pup.

Always on the hunt for deals in fashion, beauty, home decor, and food --- while splurging on luxe pieces too! :)

Life is short and the world is wide… just take the trip, yall! 🌎Last month I did something *very* out of character: I bi...
26/07/2024

Life is short and the world is wide… just take the trip, yall! 🌎

Last month I did something *very* out of character: I bid on a trip for two to Turkey at the charity gala that must be used *3 weeks later.* Notable factors:

1) I didn’t know who I’d take
2) I didn’t have a passport, bc it was stolen by the burglars in December
3) I didn’t know anything about Turkey other than its hot air balloons had been on my bucket list for years
4) I didn’t exactly plan on donating more than $100 that night

Well… I turned to my friend and said, “What do you think???” and I texted my girl the same thing. They both said, “Do it!!” So I did it. And to my complete surprise, I won!

I could literally talk about & post about this adventure forever (if you can’t already tell) but it lit a fire in me & was honestly one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Not only was it extremely fulfilling for us, it raised money for a fantastic cause. And… it’s led to another big development that I’ll be sharing shortly. 💗

Thank you so much to the wonderful for donating this trip to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society gala, to my girlfriends who encouraged me to “just do it”, to the stars aligning for me to go, and for the absolutely unforgettable Turkish people for sharing their country & culture with us for a few days.

And of course, thank you to my momma, , for joining me on the trip with one week’s notice after one of my girlfriends had to cancel for surgery. Everything worked out justttt the way it was supposed to, and we simply had the time of our lives. ✨✨✨

(LOL I still have more trip content to post, but I’ll try to just mix it in — thanks for understanding!!)

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In a flock of pigeons … be the flamingo 🦩 No clue if that’s a real saying or not, but it sure felt right for this post! ...
24/07/2024

In a flock of pigeons … be the flamingo 🦩

No clue if that’s a real saying or not, but it sure felt right for this post! 😂 In Turkey, pigeons are everywhere & have held important roles in history. They’re even kept as pets! 🐦

Sending love to all who dare to be different! 💗

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💛 Living the dream 💫I recently returned home from the trip of a lifetime to  Turkey, a place where every day is magical....
17/07/2024

💛 Living the dream 💫

I recently returned home from the trip of a lifetime to Turkey, a place where every day is magical. It’s not just the majestic hot air balloons though — it’s the ancient ruins, the vibrant culture, and the beautiful souls we met that will forever have my heart.

Adding more of our experiences to my Stories today, and watch my Turkey highlight to re-live our entire trip.

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💫 713 Day! 💫 Houston has had a ROUGH week, but this city has quite a way of coming together when the going gets tough! I...
15/07/2024

💫 713 Day! 💫

Houston has had a ROUGH week, but this city has quite a way of coming together when the going gets tough! I loved bringing my boys to to give back to our city on this special day. I don’t have “cute photos” of us working hard — because we were moving & sweating! 😅

Big thanks to & for stopping by & raising awareness . Together, we are !💪💪💪💪

Let’s roll! 🚗🚙Headed to the airport for our first International Mother-Daughter Trip, and of course we’re using  to get ...
24/06/2024

Let’s roll! 🚗🚙

Headed to the airport for our first International Mother-Daughter Trip, and of course we’re using to get us there safely!

Now tell me — where do you think we’re headed?! ✈️🌎

Making (and discovering) history  🇺🇸We had the most incredible  visit, marking a major change (that will hopefully stick...
14/06/2024

Making (and discovering) history 🇺🇸

We had the most incredible visit, marking a major change (that will hopefully stick around) in the public’s access to “our house.”

Secret Service agents told me the change was intended to create a “living museum” experience — allowing the public to step into rooms (that are actively used) at their own pace, on a self-guided tour. SS Agents & Rangers were scattered throughout so you could ask questions, but no one was pushing you along (and previously, tourists were limited to the hallways to just peek in rooms and ushered in groups.)

It was purely by chance that we were there for day one, and it sure was special. ✨✨

We went to two more museums after & I can’t wait to tell you about them. We literally packed nearly everything humanly possible into this trip!! 🧳

Anddd had to post a pic of the most phenomenal meal at — Goat Cheese Ravioli & Chicken Cutlet with butternut squash and pecan praline butter. 🤌 We neeeed one in Houston! 🥘

All aboard to Mount Vernon, home of George Washington! 🇺🇸We enjoyed a 90 min cruise each way to explore the palatial est...
12/06/2024

All aboard to Mount Vernon, home of George Washington! 🇺🇸

We enjoyed a 90 min cruise each way to explore the palatial estate of our first President, and felt transported back two centuries. I’m sharing a ton of details & history in stories to bring you along all of our adventures.

Would you be interested in buying our itinerary with fresh tips, links, and recommendations for your own DC trip? Be sure to let me know! ⬇️

Also enjoyed reconnecting with a friend of 15 years who’s stood by me through lots of life changes, ! It’s pretty awesome how two investigative journalists in different parts of the country can become friends, help each other out, and pick right up where we left off. Those are friendships made of gold! 🏆

Core memories: captured. 🇺🇸 🌟 Walking the halls of the Capitol with one of the most recognizable members of Congress,  ,...
09/06/2024

Core memories: captured. 🇺🇸 🌟

Walking the halls of the Capitol with one of the most recognizable members of Congress, , was truly a dream for my family.

His staffers were so incredibly kind and patient, giving us the full CapHill experience. We even had a random elevator ride with that was truly memorable. 🏛️

We also visited Ford’s Theatre & The Petersen House, where President Lincoln passed away.

I took the boys to see our founding documents and hopefully instill a touch of just how far we have come as a nation — the most powerful nation in the world, that we must work to honor, cherish, and maintain.

We wrapped with a trip to an open-air fish market and learned about the difference between male and female Blue Crab 🦀 — can you spot the signs?!

PS: I’m creating a downloadable DC itinerary with all our tips, tricks, links & reviews. Would you buy it? ❤️🤍💙

First Day in DC (technically just night) for the win! 🏆🇺🇸Between lost luggage, injury on a tour, and corralling two kids...
05/06/2024

First Day in DC (technically just night) for the win! 🏆🇺🇸

Between lost luggage, injury on a tour, and corralling two kids through airports and monuments — ‘twas an eventful day to say the least! Feeling so grateful to share this experience with my boys (and Mimi!)

Any must-dos/sights/eats? Share your favorites! 💛 Janelle Rabon Keli Rabon

❤️❤️❤️❤️Best time celebrating the , spreading awareness about blood cancer, and celebrating the fundraising efforts to f...
03/06/2024

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Best time celebrating the , spreading awareness about blood cancer, and celebrating the fundraising efforts to fund research & change lives!

Thank you to my friend for including me in this beautiful evening!

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How do you say goodbye to soul gone too soon?Paul DePadua passed away last week, and we said goodbye today. Paul was the...
29/05/2024

How do you say goodbye to soul gone too soon?

Paul DePadua passed away last week, and we said goodbye today. Paul was the epitome of love. Of light. Of embracing everything this life has to offer, no matter what crummy cards you keep being dealt. He exuded joy, and made a profound impact on countless lives.

I met Paul 8 years ago through the counter at Nordstrom, and one of his many talents was making you feel like his new bestie. With Paul, this wasn’t just a sales tactic. This was his *heart.* He often checked in on me to see how I was doing — when in reality, he was the one battling cancer with chemo, radiation, and beyond.

Just 10 days ago, as he “rested” at home in hospice, he was still working — checking in with me to see if I needed a restock on my beloved (and often sold out) Trish candles. I said of course & told him how proud I was of his relentless fight and drive, and we exchanged I love you’s. Those candles arrived at my doorstep on the day he passed away. 💔

As Maya Angelou said, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Paul, I will never ever forget how you made me feel. I love you, sweet friend. I hope you’re dancing with the Angels today — and maybe showing them how to properly apply contour too. 💛🕊️

✨ New Beginnings!! ✨Congratulations to  & my beautiful friend  for her NEW practice location! I’ve been friends with Rac...
21/05/2024

✨ New Beginnings!! ✨

Congratulations to & my beautiful friend for her NEW practice location! I’ve been friends with Rachel since before she went out on her own, and it fills my heart up to see my talented, genuine girlfriends succeeding in big ways! 🏆

Her new location is right in the heart of Houston Heights — 34th & Ella — and she’s expanded her services too. From injections to HydraFacials, Pixel8 Microneedling to weight management solutions, PRF EZGel to “BroTox”, Rachel does it all with grace and a conservative approach. She’s always training on the newest technologies & methods, and she’s just an incredibly kind person.

Cheers to Rachel for taking a leap of faith as she makes the women (and men) of Houston more confident in their skin every day! 💓

Rain, rain, go away… ☔️🙏It’s been a devastating 24 hours for Houston & surrounding areas, so I’m certainly not making li...
18/05/2024

Rain, rain, go away… ☔️🙏

It’s been a devastating 24 hours for Houston & surrounding areas, so I’m certainly not making light of the rain. Instead, I ask that you check on your friends & relatives who live here to make sure they’re ok. ❤️

As of 9pm Fri night, CenterPoint Energy’s map shows 545,784 customers without power (which I don’t think includes the actual number of people within a residence, but not 100% sure.) Prayers for all those who sustained damage to their homes & offices, and for the five people who lost their lives last night. 💔

(PS: this is a throwback pic from 3 years ago!)

A mother’s work is never done… but that’s ok, we’re wired that way! 😉💕✨Had the best time this week enjoying brunch with ...
13/05/2024

A mother’s work is never done… but that’s ok, we’re wired that way! 😉💕✨

Had the best time this week enjoying brunch with my boys at (PS, kids eat free on weekend mornings!) and having lunch with my mom honoring trailblazing Houston women.

Cheers to all of you mamas out there. May you know not just one day a year, but every day, how special you are. 💓

All hat, no cowboy 🤠 😉
12/05/2024

All hat, no cowboy 🤠 😉

“A woman’s place is wherever she chooses it to be.”The source of that quote may be unknown, but I know in my heart (and ...
09/05/2024

“A woman’s place is wherever she chooses it to be.”

The source of that quote may be unknown, but I know in my heart (and in practice, LOL) the power of a woman + collectively, the power of women who work together. 🙌 While we may all choose different paths in life, our ability to make a lasting difference doesn’t change — just how we choose to use it. 💕

- I am so proud of you for all that you have accomplished and all you will continue to achieve as well. You lead by example, with your empathy, strength, creativity, and grace. And I sure feel blessed to call you my friend. 💕

Swipe to see the MOST EXPENSIVE BED in the world 🛌 🤩The whole  Grand Vividus bed setup costs $1 million!!!! 💸🤑I didn’t a...
19/04/2024

Swipe to see the MOST EXPENSIVE BED in the world 🛌 🤩

The whole Grand Vividus bed setup costs $1 million!!!! 💸🤑I didn’t actually lay in it (🤦🏼‍♀️ fail!) but I did lay for about 15 min in the $60,000 bed and it was beyonddddd dreamy! 😇

There are tons of interesting articles & reviews about Hastens and its handmade craft, but to truly experience the bed, you have to lay in it yourself. — time for me to manifest one of your beds into my life! 🤩

In search of: my next travel destination! ✈️⛰️🏝️It’s been wayyyy too long since I’ve traveled. Any suggestions on where ...
14/04/2024

In search of: my next travel destination! ✈️⛰️🏝️

It’s been wayyyy too long since I’ve traveled. Any suggestions on where to go next?!

Speak up — you never know who may be listening. 🩷Such an honor to share my story with a huge room full of women at  by  ...
09/04/2024

Speak up — you never know who may be listening. 🩷

Such an honor to share my story with a huge room full of women at by !

It was the first time I’ve spoken to a group about losing my “identity”, going thru a divorce with a baby & toddler, and starting all over again. I truly hope that my message helped someone who needed to know they’re not alone and the “Big D” may shape you, but it doesn’t have to define you.

Thank you Monica for creating such a beautiful event and for the attendees creating such a safe space to promote growth & resilience. I can’t wait to experience the next one!

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Happy Easter, y’all!!! 🥚 🐣 🌸 Loved spending some precious moments with my boys today at  — and omgggg they kept me on my...
01/04/2024

Happy Easter, y’all!!! 🥚 🐣 🌸

Loved spending some precious moments with my boys today at — and omgggg they kept me on my toes this afternoon from water balloon fights to pool time to a movie marathon! 🙌

Hope you enjoyed some special time with your friends or fam too, and celebrated the reason for the season in your own special way! 😇🥰

Sorry ladies, he’s out of your league ⚾️🏟️🧢Had to save a spot on the feed for the cutest lil   player of all time,  !!! ...
25/03/2024

Sorry ladies, he’s out of your league ⚾️🏟️🧢

Had to save a spot on the feed for the cutest lil player of all time, !!! Five years old going on 15, and boy is he a ham! 🤍

When friendships truly nurture your soul ❤️Experienced my first Iftar and learned about Ramadan thanks to my beautiful f...
24/03/2024

When friendships truly nurture your soul ❤️

Experienced my first Iftar and learned about Ramadan thanks to my beautiful friend, at the lovely !

For the month of Ramadan, Muslims abstain from eating and drinking (even water) from dawn til dusk. This represents a time of self-discipline, gratitude, reflection, empathy, and increased prayer — plus so much more.

I’m so grateful to Hoda for sharing a piece of her world with me, and will never forget this incredible evening!

PS: look at this gorgeous tablescape by !

HAPPY 40TH,  !!!! 🎂 🎈 🎁 As your constituent, friend, and fellow Pisces, I was honored to celebrate your big milestone al...
18/03/2024

HAPPY 40TH, !!!! 🎂 🎈 🎁

As your constituent, friend, and fellow Pisces, I was honored to celebrate your big milestone all weekend long — and boy, did we have a TIME! 🎉🎉

Many of y’all know me as “The Passport Girl” because during 2021, US Rep. Dan Crenshaw’s office helped me get my passport renewed when it was *impossible* to get an appointment at the State Dept (literally, the online scheduling system was disabled due to bots getting the appts & selling them.)

Crenshaw’s incredibly kind & responsive team helped me secure an appointment, so my “life hack” passport videos went viral — and his office was flooded with requests from Texans and beyond. His team helped so many people when the federal government wasn’t working the way it should. That is admirable, and a true example of public service. 🙌 It’s what we should expect from our elected officials, yet unfortunately, doesn’t often happen.

But that wasn’t the first time Rep. Crenshaw helped me. In 2020, my IRS stimulus check went missing (and it had been impossible to get anyone on the phone due to C.VID) so I contacted Dan’s office. They happily helped me get a call from the IRS and a new check in the mail. 💸

Dan & I didn’t meet until after all that, so it’s not like I had an “in”, I was just a constituent. But since then, it’s been such an honor to support him as he & his office supported me when I needed help. 🇺🇸

Dan, thank you so much for your military service (“Never Forget!”), your dedication to representing Texans (and the American people overall), and your friendship. You’re truly one of a kind and I am honored to have celebrated this milestone with you! 🙌

(PS: Watch my stories for videos & I’m working on a weekend recap reel too!)

Happy International Women’s Day! 👩🏻👩🏼👩🏽👩🏿Among the tens of thousands of photos of incredible women in my phone, these im...
08/03/2024

Happy International Women’s Day! 👩🏻👩🏼👩🏽👩🏿

Among the tens of thousands of photos of incredible women in my phone, these images will ALWAYS be my favorite. crafted a vision & executed this photo shoot to perfection — and while I was laying there (very intimated & nervous) alongside *professional* models, what we created nearly 4 years ago has never left my mind.

That day, we celebrated what unites us and what makes us unique. Very different ages and stages, life experiences, and backgrounds… but a common purpose for silently telling the story of femininity through Elizabeth’s beautiful concept & photography. To me, this is a case where “a picture is worth a thousand words.” 💗💕

I hope you celebrate in your own unique way, and take a moment to remind yourself that no matter what you’re going through, you are stronger than you even imagine, sister. 💓

Happy Birthday…to ME! 🎉🎉🎉Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here. 🥹Your presence is such a present every si...
06/03/2024

Happy Birthday…to ME! 🎉🎉🎉

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here. 🥹Your presence is such a present every single day, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to share pieces of my life, with hopes it helps you in some way, shape, or form. 💕

Cheers to 39 — and now, I guess the countdown is on to figure out how I’ll ever celebrate the big 4-0!! 🤪🤪🤪

Happy Birthday (Weekend) Braeden!!! 🎉🎂🎈3-1-16 changed my life forever. I’ll never forget when the nurse handed you to me...
04/03/2024

Happy Birthday (Weekend) Braeden!!! 🎉🎂🎈

3-1-16 changed my life forever. I’ll never forget when the nurse handed you to me, squealing & crying, as I layed flat on my back, I looked at her said, “What do I do with him now?” She said, “whatever you want baby, he’s all yours.” 🥹🤣

8 years later, here we are. We’ve been thru a lot of transitions together, helped each other through tears, and celebrated victories big and small. Your big ol smile lights up a room, you ability to dig into the topic du jour reminds me of me, and your unconditional love and patience for your brother is remarkable.

It was hard to pick just 10 photos of the 17,000 “Braeden Jack” pics on my iPhone… and I can’t wait to create 17,000 more. As much as I wish I could keep you little forever, watching you grow into the strong, smart, witty, creative little man you’re becoming is the ultimate blessing.

Happy Birthday, B. Love you forever & always!!! 🥳

Ready to Rodeo!!!! 🤠🤠🤠Can’t wait to kick off the season tonight with  — who’s going?!
27/02/2024

Ready to Rodeo!!!! 🤠🤠🤠

Can’t wait to kick off the season tonight with — who’s going?!

Happy Go Texan Day, yall! 🤠
23/02/2024

Happy Go Texan Day, yall! 🤠

Kicking off Rodeo right — with  Uncorked Best Bites and lots of friends! 🥂🌮🥓🥧I love how Houston Rodeo Season basically f...
20/02/2024

Kicking off Rodeo right — with Uncorked Best Bites and lots of friends! 🥂🌮🥓🥧

I love how Houston Rodeo Season basically feels like a month-long class reunion. You run in to people you haven’t seen in ages, make time to experience food & fun with friends & family, and brace yourself for a few surprises along the way!

Saddle up partner — we’re just getting started!! 🐎 And for those of you attending Rodeo — who are you most excited to see this year?! 🎶

Occasionally in this life, you get lucky enough to find a true friend. 🫶🏻 Someone with a heart of gold who will laugh wi...
10/02/2024

Occasionally in this life, you get lucky enough to find a true friend. 🫶🏻 Someone with a heart of gold who will laugh with you, cry with you, kick your butt when needed, stand up for you, and put your soul at ease. is that guy for me.

Even though we’re in our 30s, we’ve done a lot of growing up together over the last few years. We’ve schemed and dreamed, laughed til we cried, traveled the world, danced on tables, and so much more. He’s been there to heal my broken heart and help me hobble around the Bahamas when I split my knee wide open. He’s given me the confidence to take on new ventures, and helped me cool my jets when my world turned upside down.

Now that he’s moving on to new endeavors in Los Angeles, I’m missing him big time. But I’m so proud of him taking this leap (and can’t wait to visit him soon!)

Cheers to friends that feel like family. I love you, Yash — and I can’t wait to see you shine in Hollywood!!!!! ✨✨✨

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