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A few weeks ago I had the fun and inspiring opportunity to hear Jasmine Star speak in Denver for The Fix. The night started off with a tailgating party out front of the venue. The sun was shining and the temps were warm as Denver wedding photographers (almost all female!) hung out and chatted. Jasmine shared her story of success and how she got there. I appreciated her transparency and authenticity. As photographers, it is super easy to feel like we are the only one experiencing set backs or hardships in our business because all we see on our social media feeds are the successes of other photographers. Jasmine put all of her failures out there and didn’t pretend like she had everything together. I am grateful to have met so many other wonderful photographers from Denver and beyond that evening!

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I finally have gotten on the Pinterest bandwagon, and let me just say, I’m hooked! Last week we were having friends over for dinner and I wanted to make something new and get away from the foods I always make.  I browsed through my cooking magazines and nothing was jumping out at me.  Then a lightbulb went off in my head and I thought, I should look on Pinterest!  This recipe for Lemon Quinoa Cilantro Chickpea Salad caught my attention.  I made it and took photos along the way so that I could share it with all of you. I have to say, it was incredibly tasty and I will definitely be making it again.  Plus, it is extremely healthy! If you make this, please let me know what you think. You can follow me on pinterest HERE.

{THE FINISHED PRODUCT PICTURED BELOW}

• Ingredients:
• 1/2 C. dry quinoa
• 2 C. vegetable broth
• 1 can garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 c. cherry tomatoes cut in half
• 2 avocados diced
• 2 C. spinach
• 1 bunch cilantro
• 1/4 C. onion
• 2 small cloves garlic

• For the dressing:
• Juice of 2 lemons
• zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tsp. dijon mustard
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. agave nectar
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• dash of salt and pepper

I just thought I would show you my new handy dandy onion pot.  Supposedly it helps onions stay fresh longer.  Stay tuned for another blog post letting you know whether it is a gimmick or not!

3. Add the greens to a bowl, and set aside. Next take your onion and garlic and finely dice those and add to the greens mixture. Next add your chickpeas and stir until everything is combined and coated. If the quinoa is cooled, you can add it to the chickpea mixture next.

4. Make the dressing by whisking all the ingredients together. Pour over salad and mix until combined. Add in tomatoes and avocado and mix. Set in refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes before serving so the flavors set.

A few weeks back I had the exciting opportunity of sharing about Prosper, a 40 Day Prayer Journey To Pray God’s Will For Your Photography Business by Scarlett Lillian. Come and read her heartfelt “Fabulous Female” interview. On March 1st, Scarlett made the official launch of her first book.  I am so excited for her and am excited to incorporate the book into my own personal life.

In Scarlett’s own words, she says, “Over 3 years ago, I felt the Lord tell me to write a Christian devotional for photographers called Prosper: A 40-Day Prayer Journey to Seek God’s Will For Your Photography Business.  I tried so much to not finish it.  I know it’s a bold move in this crazy industry we are in, and I didn’t want the responsibility, and flat out didn’t have the courage to do it.  But yet, God kept encouraging me to write and kept providing inspiration.  And now over 53,000 words later, I have completed a book.”