fifty two / 52

fifty two / 52 looking into the future*, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* (is in a bit of a slump) on Flickr.

looking into the future*

№ 26 | The Day After

26 | The Day After, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 26

Time to clean up the Christmas ribbons and wrappings.

All is quiet today... The hustle and bustle of Christmas came to a complete halt when I hit my head on the pillow last night.
Early this morning the kids went with Grandparents on a trip to visit my brother and his family in New York. Missing them; my kids, my brother and his wife, especially his adorable little girls.

№ 24 | Enchantment

24 | Enchantment, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 24
I realize that I have many dog/kitten photos for this project. With my kiddos almost grown up, I find that they are they easiest subject to shoot.
The kitten was enchanted with the lights, the tree and the bows on the gifts that were put out on Christmas Eve. My pup was enchanted with the new kitten.

№ 22 | You Are Getting Sleepy

22 | You Are Getting Sleepy, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 22

It's a pajama day today. While the goodies were baking in the oven, Milo and I sat down to take a little break.

№ 21 | Attitude Adjustment | fifty one / 52

21 | Attitude Adjustment, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 21

A little nostalgia... remembering the joy of the season, the childhood magic, and the warmth of yester-years.
Thinking back to when Christmas was fun, not that it isn't now. The anticipation and excitement was much different when I was 8 than 38.
Things like this little Santa from when I was a child helps me adjust my attitude.

№ 19 | Make A List (And Check It Twice)

Make A List (And Check It Twice), a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 19

I hate to admit this, but I haven't bought one single gift yet. I have not had the chance yet. (Sorry midnight shopping is not something I do.) Thank goodness that I have this week off of work.

№ 18 | Recharge

18 | Recharge, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

An Earl Gray Tea Latte and some reading.

Picture The Holidays : Day 18

fifty / 52

fifty / 52 what is it*, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

what is it*

Emily's new kitten checking out the spray bottle.
I know, a far stretch for this week's theme.

№ 17 | WarmGlow

17 | WarmGlow, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

candles and bokeh

Picture The Holidays : Day 17

№ 13 | Simply Divine

Day 13 | Simply Divine, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

It is the night of our dear Saviour's birth!
Fall on your knees! O hear the angels' voices!
O night divine, O night when Christ was born.




One of my favorite Christmas Hymns. 

As soon as I got the prompt this morning, knew what I was shooting... my beloved Nativity... I was shooting this in the early morning. I had a super slow shutter, no tripod, holding my breath. Into the frame, walks my dog. lol! I kind of like the "haze" he created. haha!

Picture The Holidays : Day 13

№ 12 | A Whole Lot of Happy

Day 12 | A Whole Lot of Happy, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 12

This little kitten has brought a whole lot of happy to my daughter. She insisted on bringing it home. I insisted she didn't. She is persistent I tell ya. I told her to ask her dad. She didn't. So I did. That didn't help! He said what ever makes her happy. Well she is. Milo pup is not. I hope they learn to get along! lol

№ 11 | Shaping Up

11 | Shaping Up, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 11

Pipe Cleaners, beads, glitter, glue, popscicle sticks. . . these are just a few items that I found today while decorating the tree. This little snowflake was made by one of my kids when they were little. There is a wreath and candy cane just like this. My home is starting to "shape up" for Christmas.

forty nine / 52

forty nine / 52 less is more*, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

less is more*

Less on the focusing... more on the feeling.
The feeling of Christmas is slowing entering me. I am putting the tree up and decorating this weekend. There is less focus of chores this weekend... more focus on Christmas. (Chores can wait.)
I shot this yesterday with no intention of using it for my weekly shot... however, time slipped away and I did not get to shooting the shot I intended.

№ 10 | Twinkle Twinkle

Twinkle Twinkle, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 10
Milo was admiring the tree as we were putting it up today. I'm afraid to put the ornaments on it. He will think they are toys. This was taken in seconds, no time for focus and composition with him. Just as I tried to get a better focus he took off.

№ 8 | Reflecting on the Season

8 | ReflectingontheSeason, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 8

My daughter, her kitten Lilla (Leelah) and I reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas, Christ the Saviour is born!

№ 7 | Express Yourself

Express Yourself, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 7

Ugh! This is so "in your face" it's scary. I didn't have much time to do this. I should have changed my lens. I probably should have skipped the SP part of the project. I am probably going to do this over but am posting it to post. :-\

№ 6 | Every Little Thing

Every Little Thing, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 6

The tiny "gem" details of Christmas cards that I enjoy writing out.

№ 5 | The View From Here

The View From Here, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 5

This isn't a typical landscape shot for me. Normally I'd seek out a picturesque scene at the Park. Since today is my son's birthday, I decided to take a photo of the store that his gift came from. He's 18 today. It's a bittersweet day for me.

forty eight / 52

forty eight / 52 portrait*, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

portrait*

My daughter met her "cousin" Mocha from San Diego for the first time yesterday. It was love at first sight.

№ 4 | You Hold The Key

You Hold The Key, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 4
The key to happiness is having dreams. The key to success is making your dreams come true." Anonymous

It's so easy for me to get overwhelmed and stressed out during this time of year. Part of that has a lot to do with the lack of planning ahead. If I acknowledge my "dreams" for this Holiday, perhaps more happiness will come about, not stress.

№ 3 | All You Need Is Love

All You Need Is Love, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture The Holidays : Day 3
I John 4:10-11 This is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.

№ 2 | Reframing The Season

Reframing The Season, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 2
"The frenzy of the holiday season can get the best of us!" This season I will remember to slow down, take a break. I will remember that I don't have to do 'everything', simply enjoy what the season has to offer.

№ 1 | Holding Onto Gratitude

Holding Onto Gratitude, a photo by .Jen likes to snap pics* on Flickr.

Picture the Holidays : Day 1
One of the things that I am grateful for is my camera. Photography has been a passion of mine since I can remember. It is a creative outlet. I love creating images and seeing the final outcome. My emotions and feelings often come through my images. Like a poet expresses feelings, I express my feelings through my camera.
I also am grateful for the many memories that I have captured of my kids growing up and the family trips, etc.
My little Holiday Flash is a "find" and some day I will learn how to use it. Until then she lets me photograph her.