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Quinoa Taboule Recipe

May 172012

Quinoa Taboule

I am a big fan of quinoa… you can prepare it so many ways. I can easily have it for breakfast, lunch or dinner! I have wanted to try this recipe for Quinoa Taboule and I finally made it last weekend. I didn’t have all the correct ingredients on hand, so I did a bit of substituting. It turned out quite delicious. It’s so fresh! Taboule is also a versatile dish. It’s great alone as a side-salad, with pita bread or chips, on a sandwich….the possibilities are endless.

Quinoa Taboule

INGREDIENTS

2 Cups cooked and cooled Quinoa
1 Cup chopped Parsley
1/2 Cup chopped Scallions
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh Mint
1 Tbsp minced fresh Basil
1 Garlic Clove, minced or pressed
1/2 Cup fresh Lemon Juice
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground White Pepper

Toss together all ingredients. Chill for 1 hour or more to allow the flavors to blend. Makes 6 servings.

Quinoa Taboule

*Recipe from Bob’s Red Mill

SAND BETWEEN MY TOES

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Apr 202012

Topsail Beach || Family Vacation

It’s been a rainy and dreary week… and über busy! Nothing like dreamy of the beach to brighten your day.

These pics of Sage are from a family photobook I create of our vacation last year.

Happy Friday!

Gone Fishin’

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Apr 122012

Gone Fishing on Baldwin Lake

Life is not made up of minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, or years, but of moments. You must experience each one before you can appreciate it.
-Sarah Breathnach

Gone Fishing on Baldwin Lake

Yes, it’s those special moments in life we cherish. I have many memories fishing with my grandpa growing up. He’d pick me up early and have a packed breakfast of burnt pancakes rolled with jam. It was the best. Last July I returned to the lake for one last fishing trip. It was special to say the least. We didn’t catch many fish, but the company and conversation was all I was looking for.

The solitude of peaceful mornings on the lake… that was my grandfather’s playground.

Gone Fishing on Baldwin Lake

TAKING IT IN

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Feb 242012

New Zealand- Glory Revealed

Such beauty! Just a little “note to (my)self“…. STOP and smell the flowers. This moment was and continues to be a gift from above!

Enjoy your weekend!!

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

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Feb 142012

This vintage wedding dress ($5 find!!) has always stuck out to me as the perfect Valentine’s dress. Taking a trip down memory lane… -Last year I made this Valentine’s garland… it’s hanging on the mantel again this year. A simple little craft to set the mood! haha. -I also helped my sister create these Valentine [...]

A LITTLE REMINDER

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Feb 132012

I think we all need this little reminder from time to time… Don’t you love this camper on the river?!? When I saw it, I wanted to live there…surrounded by the most breath-taking views. The photo is from my trip to New Zealand a couple of years ago. I never went through the photos and [...]

CONCENTRATION vs CONSECRATION

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Feb 022012

Oh my! I am firm believer that you must be able to laugh at yourself! We all do stupid things sometimes and taking yourself too seriously is no fun! Well, that being said, I am a FOOL! Last week I read a devotional and it really suck with me…the excerpt below in particular. Consecration is the act of [...]

PREPARE TO PARTY

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Jan 272012

I cannot believe it has almost been one year since my niece was born! Time flies I tell ya! We’re having a small little family gathering this weekend to celebrate. I took some photos of Julianne last week…she’s still cute as ever and her hair continues to GROW! I love the little french braid.

Fish Tacos

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Jan 162012

Mmmm… it’s getting close to lunch time and these are sounding quite good! I loooooove me some fish tacos! Last spring on family vacation we prepared this dinner, so fresh and colorful! These spreads are from a photo album I designed for my parents. I’m trying* to get better at doing something tangible (or at least posting) [...]

True Friendship

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Jan 152012

True Friendship: identifying with someone in thought, heart, and spirit. The whole experience of life is designed to enable us to enter into this closest relationship with Jesus Christ. Oswald Chambers // My Utmost for His Highest // January 7 Photo: New Zealand Trip 2009

Metallic Table Setting | preview

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Jan 132012

Here’s a look at our table from Christmas Eve. Next week I will share more photos and steps on how to create the same design for pennies. We used natural elements, so start scouting your neighborhood for cool bushes, branches, and leaves. This would make a cute Valentine’s Day table setting!! :) Have a wonderful [...]

thanksgiving 2011 recap

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Nov 272011

I spent last week in Virginia at my brother’s place. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays… the fall weather, the delicious food and the emphasis to be grateful. This year my grandpa was able to join us from Michigan. He hasn’t traveled much since his time in the service (which was in the 50′s). My contribution [...]

shaun+sari // wedded bliss

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Oct 082011

Last weekend I was up in Michigan for the wedding of Sari and Shaun. Sari was my bud in high school… we played sports together and bonded over an ungodly amount of time dedicated to decorating the school hallways for holidays and school spirit. Seriously, one day we braved a blizzard to cover the commons [...]

the perfect dress

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Oct 052011

While I was in Michigan it was homecoming weekend in my hometown, so I got to see my sister dressed up for the dance. Her dress was dreamy! I loved how it caught the light. I have already called dibs on borrowing it…now I just need to find an excuse to dress up! And yes, [...]

my trip | haddon michael

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Sep 292011

Meet Mr. Haddon Michael. He’s such a handsome boy… even if he’s not too keen on having his photo taken. ;) Born a month early, he’s now 6 weeks old and weighing in just over 7 lbs. He’s so precious… his blue eyes and darling nose are two of my favorite features. It was blessing to [...]

my trip | indy

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Sep 282011

I am barely halfway through the week and so far I have eaten like a queen…lots of good eats with some besties! I went to Buca Beppo in Indianapolis last night. Just as the sign promised, they had “Tasty Food.” Krista made Carmel Apple Pie for dessert. Yeah, it was top-notch!!

my trip | cincinnati

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Sep 272011

My Monday evening was some QT spent with this little lady. She getting so big, but still as cute as the last time I saw her. We played in the dirt, shared some baby food snacks and watched her mom coach a volleyball game. Aren’t her little Toms adorable?!?!

my trip | nashville & louisville

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Sep 262011

Yesterday I took my first bus ride. I decided to travel with Greyhound… I knew it would be an experience. And it was. Sometimes I can be a little naive. haha. It was great because I was able to sleep and work. I had stops in Nashville and Louisville and snapped a few pics. I had to [...]

you spin me round

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Sep 202011

Last week I was sick. It wasn’t fun, but no worries-I am all better…wahoo! Here’s a random mix of some songs you’ll find me playing from time to time. The photos are extras from last week’s Wardrobe Wednesday.

i can’t relate to boys…

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Aug 312011

Errr… it’s the honest truth… Especially while trying to take their picture. :) While I was in Michigan this summer I took Zach’s senior pictures. I could not be like, “play with your hair”… “twirl around”…”put your hand on your hip”… That would have been wrong on so many levels. haha. Fortunately Zach is my cousin, it [...]

my space // accessories // part one

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Aug 292011

This weekend I took time to officially unpack. I have been living in a “transition” mind-set for the past 8 months and hesitated to get cozy. This is not the ideal situation for someone that loves to have a specific place for everything. Amongst a couple containers, I finally cleaned out and organized my jewelry box. I went with [...]

Weekend Finds

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Aug 152011

Happy Monday! I thought I’d take a minute and share some little treasures I got thrifting this weekend. I am almost done putting together my studio and bedroom…and quite excited to share with you! Also, it’s been a little while since I’ve posted pics of my niece, so she played model for me this morning. [...]

gone fishing

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Aug 052011

I quickly snapped this photo at my grandfather’s house this summer. It has always been one of my favorite photos of my mom as a kid. She had ditched school and went fishing with my grandpa. I LOVE IT! After leaving I realized I was so focused on aligning the roof, that my angle was way, [...]

Flower Power

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Jul 292011

Flowers, how I love thee. While I was in Michigan I snapped some photos in my mom’s garden. I wanted to have some visual inspiration for an upcoming project. It was an overcast day, but beautiful nonetheless! Enjoy!

Meet Kelly // Intern

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Jul 162011

Let me take a minute to introduce Kelly, an intern with us. Kelly is a recent graphic design graduate. She went back to school for her second degree after teaching for a year. Kelly shares my love for creating and focusing on all the little details. She’s been a huge help around the studio! I [...]