The Garner-Afflecks do some grocery shopping

Jennifer Garner did a little grocery shopping with daughter Violet Affleck, 15 months old.  In a couple of the REALLY close up images, Jennifer looks sort of annoyed. Like, "Um, if you’re not going to get out of my way you better hand me those Cheerios." She usually seems to put up with paparazzi following them to the playground, but this shot looks a little too close for comfort. What do you think?

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As usual, Violet had her Max Daniel Rosebuds and Satin blanket with her, in hot pink (available at Her Haven (formerly Care For The Kids), use code MAX1010 to save 10%). According to Estelle at CelebBabyGear, Violet wears Naturino Caribbean pink embellished shoes ($110), but the mary jane style.

Photos: Flynetonline.com

Comments

Mary on March 27th, 2007

I think if she is mad, she is a joke. Never saw someone to expose more her daughter. of course the paparazzi think the next step is a invitation to her living room.

Alicia A. on March 27th, 2007

No, she always looks like that. At times she looks really serious then a second later gives this big, bright smile.

amy on March 27th, 2007

what is the point of this post???

Janet on March 27th, 2007

I think the paparazzi got a little too close this time. It’s one things when they are outside at the park but to follow them around a grocery store, that’s too much. And I don’t see how Jennifer exposes Violet too much. She’s just a normal mom who takes her daughter outside to play, to the park, to the store, etc. It’s refreshing to see a celebrity mom take care of her child herself and not have a nanny do it.

J.M. on March 27th, 2007

wow I know they’re rich and all but $110.00 for kids shoes…….HA!

Liz on March 27th, 2007

Are you serious, Mary? Exposing her daughter to the paps by doing regular things like grocery shopping, taking her for walks and to the park is equivalent to inviting them into her living room?

If she is irritated, she has every right to be. There is a difference between snapping someone in a parking lot and following them into a store.

Mary on March 27th, 2007

Why so many other people do it all without any pictures? She is going to the wrong places. Yes, I am very serious.

Mary on March 27th, 2007

To me she is a celebrity mom who wants to be known for being a celebrity mom.. this is the difference.

Jasmin on March 27th, 2007

I agree with Janet, it is nice to see celebrities out with their children, but the paparazzi do not need to get so in her face about it! i find it ridiculous when you see celebrity parents always alone, do they ever spend time with their children? children need exposure to real life situations, such as going to a park, going grocery shopping, and other things. if they are just holed up in their houses all day, what are they gonna turn out like?!

estherpanda on March 27th, 2007

Mary I don’t think she expose her daughter more than Denise Richards or Heidi Klum it’s just that she has a normal life and that she is certainly really cool with the paparazzi because she just doesn’t care!!
To be honest I don’t understand how she can be so cool and relax all the time with the paparazzi following her all the time…it must be exhausting !

sophia on March 27th, 2007

Jennifer Garner has already expressed in an interview that she finds it disturbing the interest in celebrity kids. So I was quite surprised to see this website continue to put pics of her on it when you don’t show pics of children when their parents are trying to shield them….
I think your policy should include not allowing pics of celebs kids who have spoke about not liking their children having their pics taken. Afterall you can’t be constantly hiding your children from photographers, what kind of life would that be?

Grace on March 27th, 2007

Mary: I think the reason why some other celebrities have fewer pictures taken of their chidren is because they leave them at home with the nanny more. In another thread you were insulting a different celebrity for leaving their child at home, and now you’re faulting Jennifer for taking her child with her. I guess the celebrities just can’t win with you no matter what they do.

Jeanette on March 27th, 2007

I think it’s great Jen takes Violet out so often and that the family does so much together. I don’t think Jen’s taking Violet to the park or the store in any way means she is “exposing” Violet to the paparazzi. On the contrary, I think Jen is merely refusing to allow the paparazzi get in the way of how she wants to raise her child. As to whether Jen’s taking her daughter to the wrong places, I think photographers would probably consider anywhere Jen is with Violet to be the right place to be for their profession.

Evelyn on March 27th, 2007

I almost feel personally responsible. I choose to come to sites like these and view intrusive pictures. I often forget that this is someone’s life not just a cute picture. I would be angry too if someone followed me around all day taking pictures of me and making a profit. I think that if we stop looking at pictures like these. Every time I look at these pictures, opportunity is created for them to make money. There is a difference between feeling sympathy for their situation and actually doing something about it. I need to remember that I am not entitled to their private lives.

Ivy on March 27th, 2007

You know these celebrities cant win, if she takes her daughter with her to do everyday things like grocery shopping shes exposing her daughter too much. If she wouldnt take her daughter with her when she went out and we never saw them together, then she would be a bad mom who never spent time with her kid. Theres boundries that people shouldnt cross, and i think the pap came a little to close for comfort.

Robyn on March 27th, 2007

Mary, you are wrong about Jen. What is she supposed to do, live her life around when cameras won’t be around? She is grocery shopping and they are coming into the store, I respect her for trying to be a normal Mom. If she was looking for a photo op don’t you think she would get ready and put makeup on? You don’t see her posing on magazine covers with her daughter do you?

FC on March 27th, 2007

Maybe she’s one who just lets them take the photos as long as they don’t run any sort of interference in her day to day life, but they do seem to be right up on her in the grocery store. She shouldn’t have to choose what grocery store to go shopping at. But for them to actually be in there and be that close to her, I’d be looking a bit annoyed myself.

I do think getting that close to her was pushing it a bit much. Some paps just overstep their boundaries when they don’t even realize it, burning any bridge of understanding they might’ve had with some stars who are pretty lenient with them, which I think includes Jen. To me, she seems to be fine living her life even if some photos of her get out, but when they get that close is sort of pushing it.

Amy on March 27th, 2007

How do you know, that this is Max Daniel blanket? it does’t say on the blankek, there is no label as well. I know other manufacturers who make EXACT blanket like this

JoyJoy on March 27th, 2007

I agree I am glad to see her taking her daughter herself. I have never seen a photo of that child with a nanny although their may be one out their. I am glad her mom takes care of her because it will be better for her child in the long run. I am sure Violet is going to be a well rounded individual. I am sure shopping with a toddler is hard enough let alone having the people their to snap a momment.

gianna on March 27th, 2007

I don’t think she is mad in that one pic, because in a lot of other pics from the same day, she seems fine. Violet is cute, and they dress her adorable. I don’t think Jennifer exposes her daughter, just for attention. I think she seems like a good mom just like Heidi, Denise Richards, Gwen, etc, that are always out with their kids. Jennifer seems very humble, down to earth, and not like an attention whore at all IMO. The places you see her at are parks, supermarkets, etc. She just seems the type of celebrity that goes about her everyday business with her child, and knows that part of the lifestyle o being an actress, is having paparazzi around. Like Brooke Shields said once, yea sometimes it’s hard but after awhile you get used to it, and so do your kids, because that’s all they ever remember from young. It’s part of how celebrity kids grow up, and than so many of them choose to follow their parents into show biz. Violet seems like a happy baby, I barely ever see pictures of her crying. And I like she seems very hands on, not like a nanny is always carrying Violet or taking her out.

cindy on March 27th, 2007

You know, people, I think that’s the “Now which aisle is the mustard in?” look, or the “What was it I meant to get and I KNOW I’ve forgotten it?” look…or even the “Did Ben finish the milk; maybe I’d better get another gallon” look. I like her for being what seems like a “normal” kind of gal. Maybe it’s because we’re both Mountaineers=)

Megan on March 27th, 2007

I APPLAUD both Jen and Ben…they are parents first and celebrities later…and I don’t think that it’s parading Violet around to take her to a freakin park or go grocery shopping–that’s what parents do…so I guess she should keep Violet in the house and never go anywhere…is that what’s best for Violet? I give huge KUDOS to Jen for being as normal as possible…she’s doing exactly what any other mother does and i don’t think it’s too much to ask for the cameras to not be in their faces 24/7–yes when they became celebrities, they chose the limelight, but they are allowed to have kids like anyone else and be able to do normal everyday things without a camera shoved in their face. I APPLAUD the Jen and Ben…Violet is one lucky girl! And ADORABLE if i might add!

ang on March 27th, 2007

in Australia, non-surveillance cameras of any kind are not allowed in stores.if it were my grocery store, id chuck the paps out into the gutter. it not only disturbs Jennifer & her family, but probably other shoppers as well.

and re: the shoes-$110? wtf?! she’s 15mths old!

Tricia on March 27th, 2007

Mary, many of the recent pics of Jennifer and Violet were taken in my home town while she was here filming a movie. Far away from Hollywood. She was out and about doing things normal people do at normal places. Not out seeking paparazzi attention. We do not have the paparazzi here, yet there was still lots of pictures of her. I highly doubt she was out for the attention.

Chloe on March 27th, 2007

Mary, I think you have got Jen all wrong. She is trying to give her daughter as normal a life as she can give her growing up with 2 film star parents. It’s wonderful to see her out with Jen and Ben so much, clearly they are trying to give the paps pictures so they don’t get hounded too much but as usual some paparazzi get too close.

Keep going as you are Jen, you are a role model to me, and a wonderful Mum, and I love seeing piccys of your gorgeous girl!

Jenna on March 27th, 2007

Mary, I disagree with you. Jennifer, like every mom, needs to go grocery shopping. It is a necessity not a luxury. I don’t see how she can avoid going to the grocery store.

Madi on March 27th, 2007

I don’t think she’s annoyed. Maybe at the second those pictgures were taken she wasn’t smiling.

I guess Mary thinks Jen should never let Violet see the light of day?

emmalee on March 27th, 2007

Jennifer and Violet are photographed doing typical mother-child things. Jennifer does not do photoshoots with Violet or bring her to events, and other actions that purposefully put H’wood children in the media (which some stars do). Sometimes I feel guilty seeing pictures of the Afflecks because they’re just doing normal family things not publicizing their daughters. The paparazzi follow stars (and not just the supersuperstars either). I think it’s great that Jennifer and Ben are such hands-on parents.

Violet's Auntie on March 27th, 2007

The papz crossed the line in entering a privately-owned business, which has the right to tell them to leave, which they did (anyone see the video?), but, of course, they didn’t. One shopper said to them, “Leave the woman alone.”

Jen is just doing normal stuff that all of we mothers do, without cameras stuck in front of us.

There are celebrity moms and there are moms who happen to be actors and who want to lead a normal life.

Kitsa on March 27th, 2007

I think that Jen has more than enough money to splurge on $110 shoes for her kid. If I had the money and I had a kid, I’d gladly spend that money for the child that I love and adore. Yes, I realize that little Violet will grow out of those pricey shoes very soon, but, hey, it makes her happy to see her kid with nice things.

As for Mary’s comment, am I to assume that your mom never took you grocery shopping or to play at the park when you were a child?

Lorus on March 27th, 2007

I love Naturino shoes! They are so well made and the insoles are amazing. I, of course, don’t pay $110 for them. Ebay for $30-40.

melanie on March 27th, 2007

If I were her I would certainly pay someone to grocery shop for me. It’s hard enough to do it with a baby- then factor in the cameras.

Jillian on March 28th, 2007

Why is everyone here so concerned about whether celebrities are bugged by the papparazzi or not. The goal of actors (and most other celebrities) at the beginning of their careers is to become famous and well-known to the world. They should know that with fame, the general public is going to be interested in them and that photographers will be vying for photos of them to share with the public. It’s just part of being famous.

Why all the concern for these celebrities? Where’s the concern for the millions of children around the world who are starving and without parents? These children could only wish that these annoying photographers would be their only problem in life. Think about it.

Note from Danielle, CBB Publisher: The two are not mutally exclusive. It is possible to worry about starving orphans AND for celebrities who are stalked by paparazzi. It’s just that this is a blog about celebrity babies and parents, not starving orphans.

Mary on March 28th, 2007

Just so we’re clear, there are two different Marys that post on this website lol! I’m not the one who thinks Jen overexposes her daughter for publicity reasons, FYI. Just wanted to put that out there. Cause I actually love Jen and how down to earth she is with Violet and how she goes about her normal activities as if no one is around taking pics. Gwen Stefani is the same way with Kingston. Theyre not gonna let photogs keep them from living their life. And why should they?

alisa on March 29th, 2007

The goal many actors have for their careers is to create a character & an interesting film/movie that challenges them artistically, that allows them to express themselves. To say that actors’ goals are to become famous is a judgment we cannot make. Acting is an art form & if you’re a successful actor there has to be some dedication & passion to the art & the art form. It is hard work! So it must be hard to finally realize your dream of making successful movies and then see that you don’t have the freedom to live a normal life. I ran into Jen & Violet (literally) on the beach here in Canada in February and again in March & they were just out walking along the water. I asked her if it really was her & she was very friendly both times. I feel bad for her being photographed so often. I had my cell phone in my pocket but I totally didn’t feel right about invading their privacy & taking a photo. She was gracious & I admire her for trying to live a normal life with her daughter.

Amy on March 29th, 2007

This is not Max daniel’s blanket.

sandra on March 30th, 2007

I’d be annoyed too if I had photographers shooting my every move.