About Me:

Aloha! I'm Wendy Kennar. I'm the mother of a seven-year-old son and a wife living in Los Angeles. I was a public school teacher for twelve years until a chronic medical condition made it necessary to leave my teaching career.

I've always been described as "quiet" - really, I'm just biting my tongue. I've got lots to say, and lots of thoughts to share, I just prefer to write them. That's the purpose of this blog. Each Wednesday, I post a personal essay offering my observations and thoughts.

A few fun facts about me: I've wanted to be a writer since second grade, when my teacher, Mrs. Jones, made me a "book" with a yellow construction paper cover. I have never learned to whistle, have always preferred sunflowers to roses, and have spent my life living within the same zip code.

Through the years, my writing has been published in the Los Angeles Times, Christian Science Monitor, United Teacher, GreenPrints, L.A. Parent, DivineCaroline.com, RoleReboot.org, XOJane, and Brain, Child Magazine. Additionally, my personal essays have been included in several anthologies, including: The Barefoot Review, Beyond the Diaper Bag, Lessons From My Parents, Write for Light, Being a Grown-Up: A User's Manual for the Real World, Ka-Pow!, How Writing Can Get You Through Tough Times, Breath and Shadow, The Grey Wolfe Storybook, and Sisters Born, Sisters Found.
I am a regular contributor at MomsLA.com, and you can also find me at Goodreads.

Thanks for stopping by and reading my blog. Feel free to comment and share my blog with others!

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Just Published!!!

   Dear Readers,
   One of my essays is included in a new book, titled Beyond the Diaper Bag.  The book is a collection of stories about motherhood and childhood.  All authors' proceeds from the sale of the book benefit an organization called "The Mommies Network."  Please, pass the word on: it's a great book and the sale of each book benefits a great cause.  I'm honored to be a part of the project.  Here's a link with information about purchasing the book:

http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/beyond-the-diaper-bag/15691627

(If you're buying multiple copies - hint, hint - Lulu.com is offering a promotion, MAYBOOK,  for 20% off up to $25 which is good through May 31)
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6 comments:

  1. Paul KennarMay 11, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Honey,

    CONGRATS!

    We are all so proud of you!

    Love,

    Paul

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  2. EvelynMay 11, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    That's awesome! Keep up the great work!

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  3. honey7214May 12, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    I am so very proud of you.I can't wait to receive my book.I love you.
    love,mommy

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  4. msfraseMay 12, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Congratulations. I am very proud of you.

    Love, Dad

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  5. Paul KennarMay 17, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Honey!

    Congrats!

    I am so proud of you!

    Love,

    Paul

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  6. honey7214May 18, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    I have been trying to write a comment since you put this up but there has been computer problems.This is a real honor that you got to be published in the book and I am very proud of you.Your writing is wonderful.I love you.
    love,mommy

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