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krista kemp CO-OWNER & CERTIFIED LASER T E C H AT A L L U R E M E D I S PA
mcmurray girl since 2009
I moved to Fort McMurray, the land of opportunities in 2009, from the beautiful Okanagan Valley in BC.
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Fort McMurray has blessed me with so many wonderful opportunities, of the greatest – opening ALLURE MEDI SPA with my partner, Dr. Loretta Roberts. We love making the women and men of Fort McMurray look and feel their best!
excited about...
The buzz in this city is infectious. My partner and I love being McMurray Girl Social Club members. Networking at all their amazing events has helped us grow our business and network with the amazing women of our community.
my advice...
Most important people!!!! Wear your sunscreen every day, and don’t be scared of a good chemical peel
must-haves Biophora Sunscreen, Latisse, Mac lip gloss, and couple winter vacations!
words to live by
Always have, Grace, Wit, Poise and Heart.
on my playlist
Everything from Fleetwood Mac to Drake.
fun facts
I am terrified of needles, but work with and around them all day long... ironic!
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Saturday Fun For Kids Location: Fort McMurray Public Library Date:
December 7 – Gingerbread Houses,
December 14 – Elf Workshop
December 21 – Christmas Crafts
Interactive programs for children from newborn to 12 years old.
Syncrude Arts Alive presents Michelle Wright: Family Christmas Special Location: Keyano College Theatre Date: December 16 and 17 at 8pm Juno Award winner and inductee of the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame who is a Fort McMurray favourite. Get into the holiday spirit with one of the most acclaimed country artists of the past two decades. All Seats: $54
“Face Time” Art Display Location: Fort McMurray Public Library Date: December 1 – 31 For more information regarding displaying art at this venue, please contact www.portraitmcmurray.com
Northern Insights: Martha Stewart
Merry Christmas! Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day December 24, December 25, & December 26
Christmas Day Dinner Location: Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre
Location: MacDonald Island Park
Date: December 25, 5-9pm
Date: December 4
Enjoy a chef-prepared full Christmas Dinner Buffet featuring Turkey with all the trimmings, desserts and more. $32 per person.
The orginal domestic goddess visits Fort McMurray with an inspirational presentation for the Northern Insights Speaker series. General admission tickets available at the MacDonald Island Park box office.
The Craze Location: MacDonald Island Park Date:
Happy Holidays, Darling - The McMurray Girl Holiday Party in Partnership with the Drop Dead Darlings Location: Earls Date: December 5 Join us for an evening of merry-making. 8pm NYE fashion show presented by the Drop Dead Darlings Boutique. Music, prizes and fun! Open to the public, arrive early to ensure seating!
December 31, 12pm - 6pm
A family-oriented New Year’s Eve bash featuring a variety of free family games, workshops, and activities for youth of all ages, with New Year’s Eve fireworks at 6:05pm.
happy new year!
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Bring a non-perishable food item for under our tree!
The mcmurray girl and friends tree
...Enlightens, Inspires and Empowers
by raising $6,000 at auction for the Northern Lights Health Foundation!
Tree
Decorating Tips! 1. Fun with Texture! A full tree is a show-stopping tree. To fill in gaps between our tree’s branches, we inserted sections of white feather boa with black tips for an ombre affect. We also inserted various sprigs and branches. 2. Balance is Key! We created balance in our tree by using small, medium and large decorations. After your sprigs and filler is placed, start by inserting the largest ornaments to ensure they are placed with balance, then add the rest. On artificial trees, don’t be afraid to move and use the wire branches to secure and tuck ornaments into the tree so that they are nested, rather than hanging. 3. Extraordinary Ornaments! A creative tree will feature unique objects as decorative ornaments. For the McMurray Girl tree, we based the entire theme around inspirational quotes which we printed and framed. Have fun and make your tree personal – whether you love traditional holiday décor, or want to explore a glam, fashion-forward idea… create a theme and bring the things that make you happy into your tree, for a design that will warm your heart and your home.
The Northern Lights Health Foundation’s Festival of Trees, Presented by Syncrude Canada Ltd. Is an annual weekend-long event that kicks off the holiday season in Wood Buffalo. The multi-faceted festivities ran from November 14-17 this year, and consisted of events such as The Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, Family Fun Skating Party, Ladies Holiday Luncheon and More. Over the course of the weekend, these events raise funds for our local hospital foundation – and perhaps the crown jewel of the festival is the live Christmas Tree auction which takes place at the Gala, each year. This year, McMurray Girl and a selection of our partners presented a tree was not only designed to light the room - but enlighten, inspire and empower a special woman in this community! The posh black and white design was accented by McMurray Girl’s signature pop of pink! Speaking of pops... the winning bidder, Jessica Jesson, will find herself (or someone she nominates) behind the flashbulbs at a McMurray Girl Magazine Photoshoot with a feature double-spread layout in one of the upcoming 2014 issues!
Other considerations for this prize magazine photoshoot experience, sponsored by:
CHATTERS FORT MCMURRAY Full Hair Makeover Valued Up To $250 Plus hot styling tool and professional hairstyling and beauty products.
VIRGINIA FRANK PHOTOGRAPHY Professional Shoot with images supplied on disc.
MUSE MAKEUP ARTISTRY Organic Sunless Tanning Application with Professional Glamour HD Makeup Application + High End Lashes.
OTTLIE MUNRO, ROYAL LEPAGE TRUE NORTH REALTY Wardrobe with a $250 Peter Pond Mall Shopping Spree! Thanks to THE PERSONAL FLORIST for decor donations and assistance!
Congratulations and thank you to Jessica Jesson for her amazing contribution to The Northern Lights Health Foundation. We hope you enjoy the tree this holiday season and we look forward to working with you in the New Year!
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Y O U R
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
It’s all systems go for you because the Sun is in your sign. This happens only once a year and it energizes you and helps you recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. It also attracts favourable circumstances and important people to you. Two fortuitous influences are at play: Mars makes you ambitious now and Venus attracts financial opportunities to you. (However, Venus will also encourage you to spend on clothes, jewelry and art objects to beautify your home.) Others continue to offer you support. Life is good. www.georgianicols.com
Capricorn
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Your personal year is coming to an end. Therefore, now is an ideal time to strategize what you want your new year (birthday to birthday) to be all about. Think about this. After all, people with goals succeed because they know where they’re going. Travel and educational opportunities look good now, as does publishing, medicine, the law and media-related issues. Keep a low profile and work behind the scenes as much as possible before you step out onto centre stage next month.
Aquarius
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You will love this month because your focus is on friendship and dealing with groups. You value friendships. This is also an excellent time to formulate long-range goals. To test the wisdom of these goals, why not share your hopes for the future with others to get their feedback? Meanwhile, secret love affairs might take place. You have an increased sex drive now. You are also making future plans for your professional life. For several reasons, you’re concerned with your future. (Basically, the future is much like the present only longer.)
Pisces
(Feb. 19-March 20)
This month the Sun slowly travels across the top of your chart acting like a spotlight casting a flattering light on you making you look good to bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. Because they admire you, you will be approached by others to take on Photo © Shutterstock.com / Gorbash Varvara
increased responsibilities. Say yes because you will continue to impress them with little effort. Be patient with partners because Mars opposite your sign can make you judgmental and easily annoyed with others. Fun times with creative people will please you now. Don’t leave home without your sketchbook.
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Aries
(March 21-April 19)
A delightful month ahead awaits you because the Sun is now in your fellow Fire sign. (It’s like having snug, cozy slippers that fit your feet.) Travel anywhere if you can because you want to push the sides of the envelope. You want to meet new people, see different cultures, learn new things and discover
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adventure! You feel lots of positive energy, which makes you keen to work as well as improve your health. Opportunities to flirt and schmooze with someone older or richer exist. (This could lead to something more serious.)
Taurus
(April 20-May 20)
Because you have excellent financial savvy, you’re the banker of the zodiac. This month, you’re focused on shared property, taxes, debt, insurance matters and inheritances. However, all is not about the coin of the realm. Privately, you’re hatching a secret plot to become a better person. You want to improve yourself in every way – financially, healthwise, with friendships, at work, and in developing further skills, talents and training. You want it all! (A promising, sexy month ahead.)
Gemini
(May 21-June 20)
The Sun is now as far away from you as it gets all year. Since the Sun is your source of energy, this means you will be tired and need more sleep. (Go to bed.) However, you will put out lots of energy on the home front this month due to residential moves, renovations or visiting guests. Whatever you do will improve your home scene. Meanwhile, gifts, goodies and advantages from others will come your way. A ask for a loan or get a mortgage. (Back in the boudoir, romance will be passionate.)
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Cancer
(June 21-July 22)
You’re determined to get organized. You want every action to count. This means you want to be efficient, effective and productive. This high standard that you set for yourself will apply to your health as well. This is why you will start to eat healthier and exercise more because you want to be the best that you can be. (Exemplary aspiration.) Relations with others will be smooth. You find it easy to be forthright, yet charming and diplomatic. Killer combo. You’ll get what you want – most of the time.
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Leo
www.georgianicols.com (July 23-Aug. 22)
With the Sun in a fellow Fire sign, sports, the arts, social invitations, parties, lunches, dinners with friends and romantic getaways are on the menu. Your first choice will be a vacation. (Leos love great hotels. They want their life to be like a movie with fun clothes, gorgeous cars, hot sex, good food and scintillating company.) This is why, even though you will work within the limitations of your own environment, you will introduce this “movie” into your life. Naturally, this costs money, but Leos believe “Lots of money is only useful if you spend it.”
Virgo
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Now your attention turns to home, family and your domestic environment. You might be more involved with a parent. You want a chance to relax and cocoon at home. Nevertheless, with fiery Mars in Virgo, you will demand what you want and be physical in your approach to life. (No wonder you want to go back home to rest.) Venus will foster romance, social fun and a chance to express your creative talents — and your popularity continues. This is a good time for you.
Libra
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You’re busy with short trips, increased reading and writing plus talking to everyone. This white-rabbit pace is a tad frantic. You’re working behind the scenes to boost your career and reputation, plus reorganizing, redecorating and entertaining at home. Discussions about how to boost your income or get a different job are also on the table. How stretched can you be? One thing in your favour is Jupiter is high in your chart, allowing you to make a great impression on bosses and VIPs. You can do no wrong.
Scorpio
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Your focus now turns to your job, your earnings and your possessions. You will identify with what you own. True, society judges people by appearances and possessions. Meanwhile this is a social time for you because you’re active with groups, even competitively, eager to communicate to others and you’re charming as hell. And on top of this, opportunities to travel and explore further education look great, as does publishing, the media, medicine and the law. You wanted more?
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