jenniferkellner.com http://jenniferkellner.com Tue, 28 May 2013 22:06:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 MK family fun http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/05/mk-family-fun/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/05/mk-family-fun/#comments Tue, 28 May 2013 22:06:42 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1666 I had the opportunity to take some photos of my former college roommate and her extended family on Saturday.  So.  Many.  Gorgeous.  Redheads.  It was a wee bit chilly despite the bright sun, but everyone was so great to put up with the goosebumps to capture some family memories.  Here are just a few to tease and tide you over.  Thanks for being great and bringing bribery snacks for the little ones… totally worked!

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]]> http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/04/kiran-and-sandeep/feed/ 0 the grave is now a groove http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/03/the-grave-is-now-a-groove/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/03/the-grave-is-now-a-groove/#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2013 11:37:25 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1634 “The shackles are undone, the bullets quit the gun

The heat that’s in the sun will keep us when there’s none.

The rule has been disproved, the stone it has been moved

The grave is now a groove, all debts are removed

Oh can’t you see what love has done? Oh can’t you see what love has done?

Oh can’t you see what love has done?What it’s done to me?…Love left a window in the skies”

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]]> http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/02/pancake/feed/ 0 Icicles http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/02/icicles/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/02/icicles/#comments Sat, 09 Feb 2013 17:06:29 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1613 It’s funny that a week ago the groundhog predicted an early spring…and now we are digging out from the biggest snowfall we’ve seen in years! It was a bit crazy out there, but today we have a beautiful winter scene, just in time for the Beasley Winterfest. Looking forward to a little skating!  I like the beauty of the icicles that form on my house, but don’t love how then melt into my dining room.  I snapped a few pics before smashing them up and trying to thaw the  downspout. So far, so good.

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I’m looking to add some titles to my must read! list.  Any recommendations?   What is saving you?  What is inspiring you?  What are you reading right now?

]]> http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/02/books/feed/ 0 The Vote! http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/the-vote/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/the-vote/#comments Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:58:34 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1600 Birth Photographers are creating quite a stir and engaging in conversation around birth, photography, art and sharing.  I submitted a photo from a water birth to a contest that the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers is holding right now.  This is the first time I’ve ever submitted a photo of mine to any  kind of competition, it feels great just to participate and have an image that I took displayed alongside so many talented people.  I’m a newbie when it comes to birth photography, and seeing so many beautiful, powerful images is inspiring.  There has been a lot of debate about the nature of the photos, and a lot of sharing too!   Apparently, there has been so much attention, the site has crashed.  So, if you’re trying to see the images and vote, be patient…it’s worth it!  I have to say that all of the photos submitted are gorgeous and are helping to share what birth can be.

International Association of Birth Photographer’s Contest

]]> http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/the-vote/feed/ 0 Warm Up! http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/warm-up/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/warm-up/#comments Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:25:20 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1584 Some random thankfulness for some of my warming favourites during this cold snap.

1) On these cold, wintery mornings it is such a treat to enjoy my new favourite tea from David’s called “mother’s little helper.”  Aside from having an awesome name, it actually does have calming properties with peppermint, lemon grass, valerian root, hibiscus and camomile.  It tastes delicious and is a soothing cup of warmth.  AND you can use this handy contraption which is just plain fun.

2) Fingerless gloves!  Perfect for photo excursions so that you can still operate the camera and keep those digits warm.  I received a few pairs from my Aunt and cousin and they are amazing!!

3) Hot Bath.  C’mon now.  Who doesn’t like a hot bath?  Especially with lavender salts from Rocky Mountain Soap Company.  They rock.  Put out some candles and grab a good book!  Now we’re talking.

4) Fun, Stripey robe.  A Christmas gift I received that is practical and decadent.  Bright teal colours of fuzzy fleece brighten those winter mornings when it is so cccold and you don’t want to get out of bed.

5) Warm winter wear.  Nothing beats being able to throw on a soft, pom pommed hat with ear flaps and furry boots when it feels like it’s -20 out.  Add a few hand/foot warming heat packs and you are good to go for those outdoor photo shoots.

What warm-ups do you like?  How are you fighting the cold this week?

]]> http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/warm-up/feed/ 0 Celebrating the Possibilities http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/celebrating-the-possibilities/ http://jenniferkellner.com/2013/01/celebrating-the-possibilities/#comments Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:59:13 +0000 Jennifer http://jenniferkellner.com/?p=1581 Such a cold, blustery day for one that was so ripe with possibilities.  I find myself in a unique place with hope-filled paths with choices  to be made.  Soon, I will have to decide. For now though, I am simply basking in the dreaminess of possibility.  Soon, I will be able to share all of the exciting details.  Until that day, I will enjoy the tension of this hope-filled space.  I needed to celebrate a victory today.  Not for winning the entire race, but celebrating a step that could lead to more.  So, I grabbed my gift card and 2 can dine for -$14.99 coupon and dined out on delicious chicken- toasting to possibilities. I like a good coupon, so my  middle-aged self was happy to augment the cheer with some good value. Cheers to the sweet space of possibility!  What are you celebrating?

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