Selective Colouring My Photos

Just by highlighting the most colorful aspects of your photos,you can give your photos astonishing results & it's fun.

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

Bubble-Licious

After my first attempt of blowing bubbles and trying to operate the camera at the same time before they popped, plus the mess it makes of dripping bubbles everywhere, I was going to give up on this stupid idea.

But the thing is, I had so much fun I couldn't stop trying to get a better capture till I got some I really liked, so after hundreds and hundreds of shots I finally got a few but think next time I'll be doing this kind of thing outside and thank god for digital photography(lol).

PURE WATER

I have just made a first attempt at water droplets & what seemed forever blowing bubbles but still have some way distance to go yet!

It represents one of life's treasured lifelines and every drop count's.

I had fun blowing bubbles but getting the soap solution right must be a art & the control of the bubbles isn't easy but I'll crack it!

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Winter Wonderland.

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Millions of workers and delighted children had an unexpected day off this week, as Britain became a winter wonderland after the heaviest snowfall since 1991.

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Instead of work they headed for parks to enjoy the simple pleasures of sledding, hurling snowballs, taking photographs or just chilling out and even slipping!

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

The wind

WHY does the wind so want to be

Here in my little room with me?

He's all the world to blow about

But just because I keep him out

He can not be a moment still

And sometimes brings a noisy rain

To help him batter at my pane.

Upon my door he comes to knock

He rattles at the lock

And lifts the latch and stirs the key

Then waits a moment breathlessly

And soon, more fiercely than before

He shakes my little trembling door

And though,"Come in, come in" I say

He neither comes nor goes away.

Barefoot across the chilly floor

I run and open wide the door

He rushes in and back again

He goes to batter door and pane

Pleased to have blown my candle out

He's all the world to blow about

Why does he want so much to be

Here in my little room with me?

Finger-tips

Fingertips from my left hand are dancing across my brow

Brushing my hair out of my eyes tracing the shape of my lips

Caressing my cheek, reminding me what it was like to hold you

To feel your hands on my own

To hug and be hugged back

To kiss and to be kissed by beautiful lips that smile when they meet with mine

To love and be loved, other than by my own reflection.

© Copyright Tina Kay 2009

My Words

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My love for you is endless like an eternal light, that keeps on glowing and shinning and is sweet as the sweetest wine,

As my love for you knows no time, but one thing I know for certain you are always in my heart and soul and mind,

My soul raptures in the heat of this ever lasting flame, just capture that beautiful image within your heart that we'll treasure for life,

As two hearts became one, it's the most precious gift of love that will shimmer throughout eternity,

Just like my love for you that will never have an ending, written with ever beat of my heart.

This gives me a chance to mention the love I feel for you, not only today but throughout my whole life too.
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New Year 2009

I MISS YOU

I miss your fingers that dance across my skin

I miss your lips that leave me wanting more

I miss your smile radiating back at me

I miss your laughter only we understand

I miss your voice in the morning when you wake

I miss your eyes that shine so bright

I miss your arms dancing without music

I miss your words when you say I am beautiful

I miss your smell when you first get out of the shower

I miss your love and all that you give me

I miss you

CRACKED POTS

An elderly Chinese woman had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole, which she carried across her neck. One of the pots had a crack in it while the other pot was perfect & always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walk from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full.

For a full two years this went on daily, with the woman bringing home only one & a half pots of water. Of course, the perfect pot was proud of it's accomplishments. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of it's own imperfection, & miserable that it could only do half of what it had been made to do.

After two years of what it perceived to be bitter failure, it spoke to the woman one day by the stream. "I am ashamed of myself, because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house." The old woman smiled, "Did you notice that there are flowers on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?"

That's because I have always known about your flaw, so I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, & every day while we walk back, you water them. For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table. Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house."

Each of us has our own unique flaw. But it's the cracks & flaws that make our lives together so very interesting & rewarding. You've just got to take each person for what they are & look for the good in them.

So, to all my crackpot friends, have a great day & remember to smell the flowers on your side of the path!

THE FESTIVE SEASON IS A TIME OF JOY....

"Christmas is a time of year when we often get caught up in the seasonal celebrations & fire safety is the last thing on our minds & brings a wide range of new fire hazards to our homes. Think about it - lots of guests, candles, extra decorations, people smoking & it's easy to be careless when you are tired or if you have been drinking, all the everyday fire risks become greater, but don't let fire safety stop you enjoying yourself, but instead know the risks & plan ahead".

"I am particularly concerned about candle fires. Candles are actually a growing cause of fire & have seen examples in books & shop displays advocating the use of lighted candles as Christmas tree decorations, it is obviously extremely dangerous & I would advise you never to do this". To ensure you have a safe & Happy Christmas I offer the following fire safety tips.

CANDLES

• NEVER use a lit candle as a Christmas tree decoration.


• Blow candles out before you leave a room.


• keep candles away from anything that can catch fire, like curtains, clothing & hair.


• Don't leave candles burning unattended or where children can touch them.


• Trim candlewicks to 1/4 inch each time before burning, long or crooked wicks cause uneven burning & dripping.


• Always use a candleholder designed for candle use. The holder should be heat resistant & large enough to contain any drips or melted wax.


• Keep burning candles away from draughts, vents & this will help prevent rapid, uneven burning, smoking & excessive dripping. Draughts can also blow lightweight curtains or paper into the flame where they could catch fire. Ceiling fans can cause such draughts.


• Don't put candles under shelves.


• Never move a lit candle.
  
  

CHRISTMAS TREES

• Check that your Christmas tree lights conform to the British Standard. Test your Christmas lights before putting them on to your tree. Replace sets of old lights, especially those that are not in perfect working condition.


• Natural Christmas trees are highly combustible, particularly as they dry out & should always be kept away from fires.


• As Christmas decorations are often made of combustible materials, never attach them to lights or heaters or place garlands immediately above or around fireplaces.


• Check the maximum amps that can be handled by the fuse in the plug of your Christmas lights.

FIREPLACES

• If you have an open fireplace but only tend to use it at this time of year, make sure that the chimney has been cleaned & swept.


• Never burn Christmas wrapping paper in your fireplace.

COOKING

• Take extra care in the kitchen & never leave cooking unattended on the hob or under the grill.


• The risk of accidents, especially in the kitchen, is greater after alcohol is consumed.

SOCIAL GATHERINGS

• Let your guests know where to find door & window keys.


• Look out for elderly people, children & anyone with problems getting around.


• Make sure exits are kept clear.


• Make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before going to bed & never empty ashtrays into waste bins.
  

FIREWORKS

• Only buy fireworks marked with British Safety Standard 7114.


• If you are planning to celebrate with fireworks, store them in a metal box & read the instructions.


• Never go back to a lit firework & keep a bucket of water nearby.

Remember to check your smoke alarm & NEVER remove batteries from your smoke alarm to use in your children's Christmas toys or in the TV remote control.

"All it leaves me to say is, I wish you, your family & guests a very safe Christmas".